Introduction to Food Hygiene - Online Course

Food Hygiene Online Training for Early Years Practitioners

This Food Hygiene online course is designed for anyone who prepares, handles, or serves food within an early years setting. It provides the essential knowledge and practical understanding needed to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene, helping protect children from foodborne illnesses and ensuring compliance with UK food safety legislation.

Learners will gain confidence in handling, storing, and preparing food safely, reducing risks of contamination, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment in line with Environmental Health and EYFS requirements.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the importance of food hygiene and its impact on health and safety.

• Identify types of food hazards and how to prevent contamination.

• Follow correct food storage, preparation, and cooking procedures.

• Maintain effective cleaning and personal hygiene standards.

• Comply with current UK food safety laws and early years regulations.

Who Should Take This Course

This training is suitable for:

• Nursery and preschool practitioners

• Childminders and nannies

• Early years cooks and catering staff

• Anyone involved in the preparation or handling of food for children

Course Format

• 100% online and self-paced

• Interactive modules, videos, and knowledge checks

• Certificate of completion provided