CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Studies in Catering

Hospitality, Sport, Leisure and Public Services - Food Studies
CIEH LEVEL 2 AWARD IN FOOD STUDIES IN CATERING(2010/2011)
Study Method:
The course consists of two afternoon sessions and uses lectures, videos and practical demonstrations to explain basic food handling.
Duration :Two 1/2 days or 1 full day
Who the Course is For:
It is advised in the Food Hygiene regulations that all food handlers should receive appropriate food hygiene training. This course is designed for those people who work with food or who seek employment in the Food Industry.
This course is organised in partnership with the local environmental health department.
Assessment:
A short multichoice test.
Course Leads To:
CIEH intermediate certificate in food hygiene.
Entry Requirements:
There is no formal entry requirement.
Content:
These courses can be one day or over two days.
The course is theory based with a multi-choice question paper-test to confirm learning.
The course and test are all taken on one day.
This course is a foundation course which is recognised by the Industry as an approved qualification covering all aspects of food safety required to ensure staff conform iwth food hygiene regulations.
The course covers the following:-
Personal hygiene
Stock rotation
Cleaning procedures
Food poisoning and its prevention
Temperature control
Pest control
Food Law