Highfield Level 2 Award in Food Allergen Awareness and Control in Catering (RQF) 603-1396-1

Highfield Level 2 Award in Food Allergen Awareness and Control in Catering (RQF) 4 TQT is an estimate of the total number of hours it would take an average learner to achieve and demonstrate the necessary level of attainment to be awarded with a qualification, both under direct supervision (forming guided learning hours) and without supervision (all other time). TQT and GLH values are advisory and assigned to a qualification as guidance. This qualification is likely to be delivered and assessed in a classroom-based environment, however e-learning and blended approaches to learning may be suitable. Guidance on assessment Multiple-choice question (MCQ) examination This qualification is assessed by an end-of-course multiple-choice exam paper, which should be conducted in line with Highfield Qualifications’ Security and Invigilation Guidelines. This assessment method requires learners to choose 1 of the prescribed options to answer set examination questions. The examination for this qualification contains 15 questions that must be completed within 30 minutes. To achieve a pass, learners must demonstrate knowledge and understanding across the qualification syllabus and answer at least 9 out of 15 (60%) questions correctly. Completed examination papers should be returned to Highfield Qualifications for marking and results will then be supplied to the centre. Centres must take all reasonable steps to avoid any part of the assessment of a learner (including any internal quality assurance and invigilation) being undertaken by any person who has a personal interest in the result of the assessment. Guidance on quality assurance Highfield Qualifications requires centres to have in place a robust mechanism for the quality assurance of training delivery, and invigilated assessment arrangements. For more information on quality assurance, please refer to Highfield Qualifications’ Core Manual. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) Centres may apply to use recognition of prior learning or prior achievement to reduce the amount of time spent in preparing the learner for assessment. For further information on how centres can apply to use RPL as described above, please refer to the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) P olicy in the members’ area of the Highfield Qualifications website. This policy should be read in conjunction with this specification and all other relevant Highfield Qualifications documentation. Tutor requirements Highfield Qualifications recommend that nominated tutors have teaching experience and hold a qualification in the relevant subject area. Therefore, it is recommended that tutors hold a minimum of a level 3 food safety qualification, together with relevant experience in the area of food allergen management, and a training qualification or training experience.