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Understanding and managing food allergens is essential for professionals involved in preparing, handling or serving food. Appropriate allergen controls can help protect individuals with food allergies and reduce the risk of accidental exposure and potentially serious allergic reactions.
This CPD-accredited CPD Food Allergy course is designed for food handlers, hospitality staff, catering teams, kitchen staff and other professionals involved in food preparation and service. Learners will develop an understanding of allergen awareness, managing food allergens, the 14 named allergens, alternative ingredients, allergenic cross-contamination, allergen considerations and recognising and responding to anaphylaxis.
CPD Accredited
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2 hours
Quizzes covered in each module
Food allergen awareness
Safer allergen management
*For individual learners. Need to train multiple staff? See Organisation pricing
Why This Course Matters
Build awareness of food allergies and allergen-related risks.
Improve understanding of the 14 named allergens and allergenic ingredients.
Support effective allergen management throughout food preparation and service.
Reduce the risk of allergenic cross-contamination.
Improve confidence in recognising and responding to serious allergic reactions.
Did You Know?
There are 14 allergens that must be clearly identified under UK food information requirements when they are used as ingredients. Effective allergen management can help reduce the risk of accidental exposure.
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Complete the course and pass the final assessment to receive a CPD-accredited certificate ready to download, print and keep on file for inspection.
What's Inside the Course?
Here are the modules you will cover in this course:
Allergen Awareness Essentials
Introduces food allergen awareness and explains why effective allergen management is important when preparing and serving food.
Managing Food Allergens
Explores practical approaches to identifying, managing and communicating food allergen risks throughout food preparation and service.
The 14 Named Allergens and Alternative Ingredients
Covers the 14 named allergens and explores the importance of identifying allergenic ingredients and considering suitable alternatives where appropriate.
Managing Allergenic Ingredients
Explores how allergenic ingredients should be identified, stored, handled and managed to help reduce risks during food preparation.
Managing Allergenic Cross-Contamination
Covers how allergenic cross-contamination can occur and explores practical measures for preventing accidental transfer of allergens.
Allergenic Considerations
Explores important allergen considerations when preparing, serving and providing information about food to customers with allergies or dietary requirements.
Identifying and Responding to Anaphylaxis
Introduces the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and explores the importance of recognising a severe allergic reaction and responding appropriately.
Who Is This Course For?
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Care Workers
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Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
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Support Workers
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Senior Carers
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Nurses
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Residential & Nursing Home Staff
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Domiciliary Care Staff
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Supported Living Staff
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Agency Care Professionals
Meet the Expert Behind Your Course
Manu Thomas is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Former CQC Specialist Advisor and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme Fellow. As the Founder of Pentafold Ltd and CareLearner, and a member of a NICE professional committee, he brings extensive clinical, regulatory, and healthcare innovation expertise to the development of this course.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Receive a CPD-accredited certificate upon successful completion
Strengthen your professional portfolio with accredited training.
Safely assess manual handling operations before providing support.
Choose appropriate techniques and equipment for different situations.
Understand how to manage allergenic ingredients and prevent cross-contamination.
Recognise the signs of anaphylaxis and understand the importance of an appropriate response.
FAQ
What is the CPD Food Allergy course about?
This course provides an understanding of food allergy and allergen management. It covers the 14 named allergens, allergenic ingredients, cross-contamination, allergen considerations and recognising and responding to anaphylaxis.
Who should take this CPD Food Allergy course?
This course is suitable for food handlers, kitchen staff, chefs, catering teams, hospitality staff, restaurant and hotel staff and other professionals involved in preparing, handling or serving food.
What will I learn from this course?
You will learn about food allergen awareness, the 14 named allergens, managing allergenic ingredients, preventing allergenic cross-contamination and recognising and responding to anaphylaxis.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course provides a clear introduction to food allergy and allergen management and is suitable for learners who are new to the subject as well as those who want to refresh their existing knowledge.
Can I complete this course online?
Yes. The course is delivered online, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace and from a location that suits you.
Can I complete this course on my phone?
Yes. The course is fully responsive and can be completed on desktop, tablet or mobile devices. Learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever it suits you.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning. The time required will depend on your individual learning speed and how you choose to work through the course materials.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate that can be used as evidence of your continuing professional development.
Is this course CPD accredited?
Yes. This CPD Food Allergy course is CPD accredited, demonstrating that it meets recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning, allowing you to work through the training at a time and pace that suits your schedule.