Hospitality 1st Steps Certificate for the Safe Sale & Service of Alcohol & Elementary Food Hygiene

Course description

This package is suitable for those wishing to get into the Hospitality and Catering industry or for those who are already working in the industry but who would like to progress by gaining formal qualifications. The Food Hygiene E-learning course will be completed online. Candidates must complete the E-learning before attending the classroom-based Scottish Certificate for Safe Sale and Service of Alcohol course. SQA Scottish Certificate for Safe Sale and Service of Alcohol Guided Learning Hours - The course is designed to be run during a half day session. Form of Assessment There is a single examination for this certificate comprising of 25 multiple-choice questions. The duration of the examination is 45 minutes. Certificates will be awarded to those candidates who achieve 18 marks or more. Candidates who score 17 marks or below will be given the opportunity to re-sit the examination. Syllabus • Introduction to Licensing • The Responsible Operation of Licensed Premises • The Effect of Irresponsible Operation of Society and Health REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene E-Learning Course Guided Learning Hours - Approximately 9 guided learning hours are required in preparation for this examination. Full tutor support will be available throughout. Form of Assessment There is a single examination for this certificate comprising of 30 multiple-choice questions. The duration of the examination is 30 minutes. The examination will take place at a mutually agreed location and will be invigilated by DG Training. Candidates must gain a minimum of 27 marks out of the possible 45 marks to pass the examination. Syllabus • An introduction to Food Hygiene • Bacteria and their Characteristics • The Incidence of Food Poisoning and its Prevention • Personal Hygiene and Working Habits of the Food Handler • The Working Environment • Cleaning Practices • Common Food Pests and their Control • Food Legislation