Allergen Awareness

e-Learning Course

The Allergen Awareness e-Learning course has been developed by leading experts accredited by a certification body. Every year, the number of people with allergies is increasing so having an awareness of potential allergens and why they can be harmful is becoming more important, particularly if you work in the service industry.  Allergic reactions can have serious consequences so knowing which substances can cause them and how to avoid cross-contamination is vital to anyone working in the food industry.

Who this course is aimed at? This course is aimed at anyone who owns, manages, or works in a food-related business in order to make sure their operations are compliant with Food Regulation.

Course objectives: This Allergen Awareness e-Learning course will take a detailed look at the symptoms of food allergies and takes into the wider picture discussing the current theories of why rates are increasing. It then finishes off by covering practical steps that can be taken to reduce the risk from allergens and also what steps can be taken both internally and externally to monitor the control measures

Details

This Allergen Awareness e-Learning course is accredited by CPD with instructor-led video content. It will provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of general allergies, food allergies, and food intolerances and explains the differences between them. It covers the 14 allergens controlled by legislation along with food additives and how they can trigger allergic reactions. The following topics to be covered are:

  • Module 1: Food Intolerance and Allergens: the Basics
  • Module 2: Food Intolerances: Causes and Symptoms
  • Module 3: Allergies: Causes and Symptoms
  • Module 4: Allergen Facts
  • Module 5: Food Allergens and the Law
  • Module 6: Food Allergens: Practical Steps
  • Module 7: Allergen Information for Consumers
  • Module 8: Internal Monitoring and Review
  • Module 9: External Monitoring and Review

Sign up today

You can sign up for a Free Trial of our e-learning course, a trial account gives you access to the first module of all available courses for free. Any progress you make will be saved, so if you do decide to buy, you can then continue from where you left off.

Please Note: The Name and Email address used to register for a free trial or purchase the course, will be stored on the e-Learning system. When logging in to your account for the first time you will be asked to confirm your name. If your name doesn’t appear correctly, you will be given the opportunity to change it. This name is displayed on course certificate(s) please be aware that once you have confirmed your name, it will not possible to change it.

You can download our user guide here:

Skill Ireland Training - Food Allergen Awareness

Online Platform

You can take this course via PC, Laptop, or Tablet. This online training is flexible, efficient and cost-effective, so you can progress through the modules at your own pace and time.

Assessment

At the end of each module, you will have an assessment to reinforce the knowledge acquired. There is a required pass percentage for each module that must be achieved to complete the course.

Certificate

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to download your certificate in PDF format. Certificates are saved to your account and can be re-downloaded at any time from your profile page.

e-LEARNING COURSE

€30 / Individual Course
  • Allergen Awareness e-Leaning
  • Course in English
  • Approved by CPD. RoSPA
  • Digital Certificate only

COMBO OFFERS

€45 / Combos from €45
  • - Best Cost Benefit
  • - Attractive Discounts
  • - Different Courses
  • - Limited time offer
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