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Food Allergy Awareness Online Training Course

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For millions of allergy sufferers in the UK, their safety depends on proper preparation and handling of food. Our online food allergy training gives anyone working in a food-related business the practical knowledge and confidence to protect their customers. You’ll learn how to handle allergens safely and professionally, including updates for Natasha’s Law.

Course Level: Intermediate

6 Modules (Duration: 3 CPD Points)

Accreditation: RoSPA Assured, CPD Certified

Certificate: Self printed

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Description

This Food Allergy Awareness Training course is designed to help learners identify the fourteen particular food allergens which must, by law, be recognised and to understand why foods containing allergens must be handled carefully.

Did you know that there's no cure for food allergies and intolerances? One mistake with allergens can cause life-threatening harm, which is why proper allergen control is essential for every food and beverage business. 

Keep your customers safe

Our allergy-focused food safety training will teach you how to confidently handle allergen enquiries and prevent cross-contamination to keep customers safe.

Stay legally compliant

With Natasha's Law PPDS Regulations now in effect, it’s your job to understand your responsibilities to the latest food information regulations. Our RoSPA Assured training covers all current legal requirements so your knowledge is up to date.

Expand your professional knowledge

  • Master the identification and handling of all 14 most common allergens
  • Learn effective communication with customers about ingredients
  • Develop confidence in managing emergency situations
  • Earn 3 CPD points for your professional development

Virtual College’s online learning makes it simple

It’s time to rethink your perception of food hygiene courses. Gone are the days of classrooms, time limits and dry content. Virtual College’s online food allergy training makes learning essential knowledge simple, engaging & memorable. 

  • Complete the course at your own pace
  • Interactive materials that give real workplace scenarios
  • Immediate certification upon completion
  • 24/7 course access on any device

This allergen training course is aimed at food handlers and anyone working in a role that involves contact with food, or the management of such people. Learners are introduced to the fourteen common food allergens and the importance of handling food containing allergens carefully.

The material is provided in an interactive format that is designed to be engaging and accessible. A basic knowledge of food hygiene will mean learners progress quickly, but the course is designed for anyone working in the service or hospitality sectors and should be suitable for any staff member to give them the knowledge needed to work effectively and safely.

Course Content

Our course experts have carefully structured each module to build your confidence and capabilities. Here’s an overview of each module in our food allergy and intolerance training course.

Each module includes interactive content and real examples to help you apply what you've just learned to your own workplace.

Certification & assessment

We believe in making certification straightforward and impactful which is why we’re proud to have a 75% pass mark. Our assessment process will test what you’ve learned. You’ll have:

  • Practical multiple-choice questions that test your understanding
  • Six attempts at passing
  • An instant digital certificate upon completion

Once completed, your certification demonstrates to employers and customers that you take food safety seriously.

Legislation

The most important piece of legislation currently in force when it comes to allergens in food is the Food Information for Consumers Regulation 2014. This is an EU ruling designed to help make sure that people who suffer from allergies can quickly, easily and reliably determine which foods are safe or not safe for them to eat.

The primary requirement for the Food Information for Consumers Regulation 2014 is that items containing any of the 14 primary allergens must be clearly labelled on pre-packaged food so that consumers know what they are purchasing.

The primary requirement for the Food Information for Consumers Regulation 2014 is that items containing any of the 14 primary allergens must be clearly labelled on pre-packaged food so that consumers know what they are purchasing. 

All food handlers have a legal duty-of-care to take all precaution to ensure that the food they produce, sell and served is safe for the customer to consume. It is therefore vital that food handlers undergo food allergy training so they are aware of any potential triggers for allergic reactions.

This food allergy training course will teach learners how to keep customers as safe as possible, and the importance of having an understanding of what the safest food to offer allergy sufferers is.

Legislation covered in this course includes:

EU Food Information Regulation No. 1169/2011 (FIR) / Food Information for Consumers Regulation (FIC)

Article 14 of EU General Food Law Regulation 178/20021

The 14 allergens that must be labelled or indicated as being present in foods are:

  • Celery
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Crustaceans
  • Eggs
  • Fish
  • Lupin
  • Milk
  • Molluscs – such as mussels and oysters
  • Mustard
  • Nuts - including almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, brazil nuts, cashews, pecans, pistachios and macadamia nuts
  • Peanuts
  • Sesame seeds
  • Soybeans
  • Sulphur dioxide and sulphites

Who is this course for?

This allergen training course is for anyone who owns, manages or works in a food-related business as they need to make sure their operations are compliant with EU Food Information for Consumers Regulation No.1169/2011 / Food Information for Consumers Regulation (FIC) and Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 78 / 2014 amending Annex II to Regulation (EU) No 1169 / 2011.

The Food Allergy Awareness Training Course is therefore suitable for food handlers, as well as those with a role that involves contact with food, or managing workers who do.

Why take this course?

By the end of the food allergy and intolerance training course, learners will:

  • Understand what both a food allergy and intolerance are
  • Learn to recognise the symptoms of an allergic reaction
  • Know which ingredients could cause allergies
  • Understand what allergy information is required on pre-packed food labels
  • Understand what to consider to keep consumers safe
  • Know how to provide allergen information specific to their food business

Course accreditation

Our Food Allergy Awareness Training Course is RoSPA Assured and the certificate, awarded upon successful completion of the training, includes their logo.

The content of the Food Allergy Awareness Training Course has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

Course duration

The Food Allergy Awareness Training Course should take one to two hours to complete, but this depends entirely on how quickly each individual learns and absorbs the study material.

As the course is self-paced and progress is recorded throughout, learners can complete the training in stages.

Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

This course is not a formal RQF food safety & hygiene qualification, the levels only indicate the type of course so that businesses can choose whom it is suitable for.

What you'll learn

  • What both a food allergy and intolerance are
  • How to recognise the symptoms of an allergic action
  • Which ingredients could cause allergies
  • What allergy information is required on pre-packed food labels
  • What to consider to keep consumers safe
  • How to provide allergen information specific to your food business

Suitable for

  • Food business owners and managers responsible for compliance with EU Food Information Regulation No. 1169/2011 (FIR) / Food Information for Consumers Regulation (FIC)
  • Kitchen staff and food handlers
  • Restaurant and café owners
  • Hotel and catering managers
  • School and hospital kitchen teams
  • Takeaway and fast food staff
  • Food retail workers
  • Anyone whose role involves contact with food
  • Whether you're responsible for a team or working in hands-on food preparation, this food allergy course will help you become allergy-aware in your role

Course Structure

An introduction to the course structure, learning outcomes and who the course is for.

Certification

Upon completion of any of our courses, learners will be able to download a digital certificate from Virtual College which will include the accrediting bodies logo where applicable, the learner's name, the title of the course and the date of completion.

If you have purchased the posted certificate option, available on selected courses, a high quality, seal embossed, certificate will be sent out the following working week after completion.

Example Certificate

Self-Printed Certificate Option

Upon completion of the course, a digital certificate will be available to download instantly.

Recommended renewal: 3 years

Whilst none of our certificates have an expiry date it is strongly recommended that the training is completed every three years. This is based on industry best practice to ensure awareness and knowledge of the latest guidance and legislation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

While Food Allergy Awareness Training does not technically run out, it is best practice to renew it every three years. However Virtual College are constantly updating our courses to keep up to date with food hygiene, legislation and guidance therefore some organisations encourage retaking each year.

Recent Reviews

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Quick and easy to access. Training was comprehensive and the certification process straightforward.

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17th June 2025

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17th June 2025

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Another course completed at my own pace. Very informative course. Covered all aspects of Manual handling.

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