HACCP training providers
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Qualification overview and objective

The Highfield Level 3 International Award in HACCP for Catering is aimed at those responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of HACCP (hazard analysis and critical control point) systems in a catering environment. It is suitable for learners who are already working in catering and who have knowledge of food safety, hazards, and controls, and for those owning or managing smaller food businesses.

The objective of the qualification is to provide learners with knowledge to implement an appropriate food safety management system based on HACCP principles.

Entry requirements

It is recommended that learners already hold a Level 3 Award in Food Safety Catering or equivalent, have knowledge of food safety hazards and their controls and have a minimum of Level 2 in literacy/English or equivalent.

Guidance on delivery

The recommended guided learning hours for this qualification are 7 hours. Guided learning hours are the time an average learner is taught by means of lectures, tutorials, supervised study and blended learning. The delivery of this program may be adjusted in accordance with learners’ needs and/or local circumstances.

Guidance on assessment

This qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice examination containing 30 questions that must be completed within 60 minutes. Successful learners will have to demonstrate knowledge across the unit of content and correctly answer 18 questions or more to achieve a pass and 24 questions to achieve a distinction. Completed examination papers should be returned to Highfield for marking. Results will then be provided to the center afterwards.

Progression opportunities

On successful completion of HACCP qualification from Aspire Training Research Consulting, learners may wish to continue their development by undertaking one of the following qualifications:

What you will learn

Principles of HACCP for catering

Improve your knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (CODEX Principles) from Aspire Training Research Consulting, which help reduce the likelihood of customer complaints by identifying and controlling potential hazards. Protect your business, customers and yourself.

The objective of this qualification?

This qualification is intended to provide learners who have a good understanding of food safety with the essential practical knowledge to enable them to assist in the implementation of a HACCP system based on CODEX principles. Building on the Highfield Level 2 HACCP qualification, emphasis has been placed on understanding how to develop and implement Codex HACCP-based procedures, in addition to understanding the importance of HACCP, the preliminary processes involved in developing HACCP procedures, and the verification of these procedures.

This qualification is intended for those employed in the manufacturing industry or in other sectors of the food industry that require knowledge about the implementation of Codex HACCP.

Assessment of qualification

HACCP Qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice examination containing 30 questions that must be completed within 60 minutes. Successful learners will have to correctly answer 18 (60%) questions or more to achieve a pass and 24 (80%) questions to achieve a distinction.

Why a Highfield qualification?

Highfield is the leading provider of regulated compliance qualifications in the UK, certifying over 350,000 learners a year. Established in 1982, Highfield is a leading, regulated, award-winning organisation providing internationally recognised qualifications and remote invigilation. We’re extremely proud to be a Highfield-approved centre and offer you international qualifications that will enhance your career prospects.

Entry requirements

It is recommended that learners already hold a Level 3 Award in Food Safety qualification or equivalent and have knowledge of food safety hazards and their controls.

Guidance on delivery

The recommended number of guided learning hours for this qualification is 13. Guided learning hours are the time an average learner is taught by means of lectures, tutorials, supervised study, and blended learning. The delivery of this program may be adjusted in accordance with learners’ needs and/or local circumstances.

Guidance on delivery

The recommended number of guided learning hours for this qualification is 13. Guided learning hours are the time an average learner is taught by means of lectures, tutorials, supervised study, and blended learning. The delivery of this program may be adjusted in accordance with learners’ needs and/or local circumstances.

Guidance on assessment

This qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice examination containing 30 questions that must be completed within 60 minutes. Successful learners will have to demonstrate knowledge across the unit content and correctly answer 18 (60%) questions or more to achieve a pass and 24 (80%) questions or more to achieve a distinction.

What you will learn

What does the qualification cover?

Aspire Training Research Consulting gives learners the skills to assist in the implementation of a HACCP system, to critically evaluate HACCP plans, and to understand the importance of having an effective HACCP system in place in a catering business.

Why a Highfield qualification?

Highfield is the leading provider of regulated compliance qualifications in the UK, certificating over 350,000 learners a year.

Highfield is also one of the largest awarding organizations in Middle East Asia, with a head office in Dubai.

We’re extremely proud to be a Highfield-approved center and offer you international qualifications that will enhance your career prospects.

Time duration

Guided learning hour - 21(3 days)

Assessment method

Multiple choice examination

Qualification Overview

This qualification is aimed at learners who are working at a management level in a catering or retail business or are members of the HACCP team. It would also be useful for trainers, auditors, enforcers, and other food safety professionals involved in catering or retailing operations. It gives learners the skills to assist in the implementation of a HACCP system, to critically evaluate HACCP plans, and to understand the importance of having an effective HACCP system in place in a catering business.

It is strongly recommended that learners involved in manufacturing business complete the Highfield Level 4 Award in HACCP for Management (CODEX principles) (RQF) qualification.

Entry requirements

It is strongly recommended that learners already hold a Level 4 Award in Food Safety qualification and/or a Level 3 HACCP qualification before undertaking this qualification. Pre-coursework consultation between the learner and the trainer may be required to ensure that the level of knowledge of microbiology and other food safety matters is sufficient to undertake this qualification.

Guidance on delivery

The recommended guided learning hours OF HACCP qualification is 21 hours. Guided learning hours are the time an average learner is taught by means of lectures, tutorials, supervised study, and blended learning. The delivery of this program may be adjusted in accordance with learners’ needs and/or local circumstances.

Guidance on assessment

This qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice question examination that must be completed within 1.5 hours. The examination consists of 45 questions. To pass this exam, the learner has to achieve a minimum of 27 marks (60%). If a learner answers 36 or more questions correctly, a distinction grade will be awarded. Completed examination papers should be returned to Highfield for marking. Results will then be provided to the center.

What you will learn

Principles of HACCP Management for Catering (International)

Why a Highfield qualification?

Highfield is the leading provider of regulated compliance qualifications in the UK, certificating over 350,000 learners a year. Highfield currently provides around 70% of all regulated food safety qualifications. We’re extremely proud to be a Highfield-approved center and offer industry-recognized qualifications that will enhance learners’ career prospects.

What's next?

Individuals achieving this qualification may wish to continue their development by undertaking a food science degree course.

QUALIFICATION TIME - 5-DAY CLASSROOM-BASED COURSE, RECOMMENDED 30 HOURS GLH

• Credit value: 4
• Assessment method: written exam
• Guided learning hours: 30
• Total qualification time: 40

Regulated by

• OFQUAL
• CCEA
• QUALIFICATIONS WALES

Qualification regulation and support

The Highfield Level 4 Award in HACCP for Management (CODEX Principles) (RQF) is awarded by Highfield Qualifications and sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF includes those qualifications regulated by Ofqual and CCEA Regulation. It is also suitable for delivery in Wales and is regulated by Qualifications Wales.

What does the qualification cover?

Topics include:

• CODEX-based HACCP food safety management procedures
• Evaluate CODEX-based HACCP
• Managing the implementation of CODEX-based HACCP

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

• Understand the importance of CODEX-based HACCP food safety management procedures
• Understand how to manage the implementation of CODEX-based HACCP food safety management procedures
• Understand how to develop CODEX-based HACCP food safety management procedures
• Understand how to evaluate CODEX-based HACCP food safety management procedures

Entry requirements

There are no prerequisites for this qualification, although it is recommended that learners already hold a Level 4 Award in Food Safety qualification and/or a Level 3 HACCP qualification before undertaking this qualification.

Consultation between the learner and trainer may be required to ensure that the level of microbiology knowledge and other food safety matters is sufficient to undertake this qualification.

It is also recommended that learners have a minimum of Level 2 in literacy/English, or equivalent.

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Guidance on assessment

This qualification is graded pass/merit/distinction/fail and is assessed by a written examination externally set and marked by Highfield Qualifications. The examination consists of 2 sections and must be completed within 2.5 hours.

Marks from both sections of the exam will be added together to determine the learner’s overall grade. Learners will achieve a pass with a total overall score of 60-69 (60-69%), a merit with a total overall score of 70-79 (70-79%), and a distinction with a total overall score of 80-100 (80-100%).

Section A consists of 10 questions. It is advised that learners take approximately 90 minutes to complete this section

Section B consists of 2 questions, split into multiple parts (a, b, c, etc.). It is advised that learners take approximately 60 minutes to complete this section.

NB: All questions within this examination are mandatory.