Duration

04 – 07 Months

Accreditation

NCFE

Overview

Level 2 Award in Promoting Food Safety and Nutrition in Health and Social Care develops knowledge and skills required when working with food in health and social care and early years and childcare settings. It covers food safety requirements, contributing to and/or promoting nutrition and hydration, and supporting individuals to eat and drink.

This qualification will support learners towards an understanding of food safety in preparation for food hygiene qualifications. This qualification does not replace Food Hygiene Certificates.

Delivery Methods

To cater to different learning styles and preferences, the London College of Professional Studies (LCPS) offers a range of flexible delivery methods, allowing learners to study in a way that suits their needs and schedules.

Learners will be able to:

  • ✅ Access all course materials – including online modules, study guides, and written assignments.
  • ✅ Receive expert tutor support throughout the course.
  • ✅ Use the LCPS Online Learning Portal – available 24/7, providing a user-friendly platform for all study resources.
  • ✅ Obtain detailed assignment briefings to guide assessment preparation.
  • ✅ Access high-quality study notes designed to support learning and understanding.
  • ✅ Receive assignment feedback and marks to monitor progress and improvement.
  • ✅ Earn a fully accredited UK qualification upon successful completion.
  • ✅ Get dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, or email (Monday to Friday).
  • ✅ Enjoy full academic and administrative support from enrolment to course completion.

Duration

The programme is available in 2 modes:

  • 04 Months
  • 07 Months

Accreditation

Level 2 Award in Promoting Food Safety and Nutrition in Health and Social Care is accredited by NCFE / Cache Ofqual regulated awarding bodies

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Course Delivery

  • Online
  • Blended Learning

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but learners should be at least 16 years of age.

Do you need to be working to take the qualification?

Yes, you will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

Who is it suitable for?

It is suitable for anyone who may be preparing for a new role or is working in a role that involves handling food safely and supporting an individual with their nutrition and hydration needs.

Module Structure

In order to earn this qualification, Learners must achieve 4 credits from the mandatory units and at least a further 4 credits from the optional units

Required Units

Unit title Level Credit Unit type
Meet food safety requirements when providing food and drink for individuals 2 2 Knowledge / Skills
Support individuals to eat and drink 2 2 Skill

Optional Units

Unit title Level Credit Unit type
Contribute to promoting nutrition and hydration in health and social care settings 2 4 Knowledge / Skills
Contribute to promoting nutrition and hydration in early years and childcare settings 2 4 Knowledge / Skills
Promote nutrition and hydration in health and social care settings 3 4 Knowledge / Skills
Promote nutrition and hydration in early years and childcare settings 3 4 Knowledge / Skills

Progression

This qualification allows learners to progress to job roles in health and social care or early years and childcare which involve the promotion of food safety, hydration, and nutrition. Learners can also take this qualification as an additional employer requirement for the Children and Young People’s Workforce and Playwork Apprenticeship Frameworks.

Assessment

It will be assessed by your Tutor or Assessor. This could include direct observation within the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task.