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The Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is a comprehensive online food safety course designed for food handlers who prepare, cook, store, or serve food as part of their role. This includes anyone working in catering, hospitality, food retail, or food production environments where food safety and hygiene are vital.
This Level 2 food hygiene course builds on basic food hygiene knowledge and provides learners with the practical skills and understanding required to work safely, prevent food poisoning, and maintain food safety standards across the food supply chain. It covers food hazards, cross contamination, safe food preparation, and legal responsibilities in line with UK food hygiene law.
The course is RoSPA approved and CPD accredited, and learners receive an instant digital Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate upon successful completion. This certificate is widely recognised by food businesses and environmental health officers.
100% online training
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Instant assessment and result
100% online training
Start when you like
Learn on any device (desktop, mobile, tablet)
Instant assessment and result
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Includes a 10% discount for 10+ courses
100% online training available 24/7
Approved by RoSPA & CPD
Start instantly & learn at your own pace
Study on any device (desktop, mobile or tablet)
Instant digital certificate upon passing
Suitable as an induction course or refresher training
Clear, easy-to-follow content with no prior knowledge required
Bulk discounts available for group enrolments
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100% online Level 2 food hygiene training
Clear, practical training material for real workplaces
RoSPA approved and CPD accredited
Suitable for induction or refresher training
Fully online and easily accessible on any device
Bulk discounts available
Learn at your own pace, in one sitting or over time
Instant digital food hygiene certificate
This Level 2 food safety and hygiene course provides food handlers with essential knowledge and practical skills, including:
This course ensures learners understand how their actions impact food safety, public health, and business compliance.
This Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is approved by RoSPA and accredited by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring it meets recognised food hygiene training standards in the UK.
The training is delivered through structured, easy-to-follow modules with clear explanations, practical examples, and guidance aligned with industry best practice. Learners receive ongoing support and can revisit content at any time to reinforce understanding.
Food hygiene training at Level 2 is a legal requirement for anyone who handles food as part of their job. This course helps food businesses meet their obligations while ensuring staff are competent, confident, and compliant.
By completing this course, learners will be able to:
This training is vital for maintaining high food safety standards and protecting customers’ health.
The Level 2 food hygiene course covers all essential areas of food safety and hygiene:
1. Introduction to Food Safety and Hygiene
2. Food Hazards and Contamination
3. Food Poisoning and Illness
4. Cross Contamination and Control Measures
5. Personal Hygiene for Food Handlers
6. Safe Food Preparation and Handling
7. Food Storage, Temperature Control, and Equipment
8. Cleaning, Disinfection, and Waste Management
9.Food Safety Law and Legal Responsibilities
10. Roles of Food Handlers and Supervisors
11. Maintaining Food Safety in the Workplace
12. Final Assessment
Each module supports learner progress with clear explanations and knowledge checks.
Learners must complete a multiple-choice final assessment to achieve successful completion.
Pass mark: 75%. Free retakes: Included. Certificate: Instant digital Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
The certificate can be downloaded immediately and used as evidence of food hygiene training for employers and inspections.
This Level 2 food hygiene course is suitable for:
Food handlers and kitchen assistants
Chefs and catering staff
Restaurant, café, and takeaway workers
Hospitality and food retail staff
School catering teams
Anyone who prepares, handles, or stores food
It is also ideal for food business operators and supervisors responsible for appropriate supervision and training.
It is a recognised food hygiene certificate for food handlers who prepare, cook, or serve food, demonstrating competence in food safety and hygiene.
Yes. UK law requires food businesses to ensure food handlers receive appropriate food hygiene training.
Yes. The course is fully online and can be completed at your own pace on any device.
Anyone who handles food as part of their job, including chefs, catering staff, and kitchen assistants.
Yes. This course is RoSPA approved and CPD accredited, and certificates are accepted by environmental health officers.
Immediately after passing the final assessment, via instant digital download.
There is no expiry, however, it’s recommended that food handlers renew their training every three years to stay up to date with best practices and legislation.
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