RSPH Foundation Certificate in HACCP Principles (level 2)

What do they teach?
What do they cost?
How long does it last?
Who should attend?
What subjects are covered?
What languages is the course run in?
Are there an assessments at the end of the courses?
Who do I contact for more information, including course dates?

What do these courses teach?

This course aims to raise awareness of knowledge and understanding of basic principles of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP). The awarding body is The Royal Society for Public Health.

It will help with the development of a food safety management procedure based on the principles of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.

What do they cost?

Visit the course fees (standard and concessionary) web page. See Course fees.

How long does it last?

It lasts for one full day. The course may be run in-house for 8 – 15 people.
Important: You are required to attend this course for 100 per cent of the time.

Who should attend?

An ideal course for food business operators, managers and employees working in food businesses. This course is especially suitable for those responsible for the maintenance of a food safety management procedure, as required by EU Regulation 852/2004 of the European Parliament on the Hygiene of Foodstuffs.

It is suitable for supervisors and mangers that hold the Level 3 Award in Supervising Food safety or the Intermediate Certificate in Food Safety. Some candidates, who have passed the Advanced Certificate in Food Safety or level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering have found this an ideal course for revision purposes.

What subjects are covered?

The course covers the following subjects:

importance and benefits of HACCP
the role of HACCP
HACCP terminology
basic application of HACCP principles
use of HACCP in small and medium sized hospitality ad food retail businesses
food safety legislation

What languages is the course run in?

English.

Are there assessments at the end of the courses?

Yes, there is an assessment by means of a multiple-choice examination.

Who do I contact for more information, including course dates?

For information about course dates and holding an in-house training course contact the training co-ordinator or email an enquiry using the Enquiry form.

Contact the examination bodies for syllabus details: