The Food Allergy Awareness Training Course is a professionally recognised certificated course raising awareness of allergies.

REHIS Food Allergy Awareness November 2026

The Food Allergy Awareness Training Course* is a professionally and nationally recognised certificated course which aims to raise awareness of issues around allergies, coeliac disease & intolerances and of how to cater for sufferers in a variety of contexts. It is now a legal requirement** that caterers provide correct information about what is in food to consumers and this interesting and useful course, delivered by our highly experienced trainers, is suitable for all who work in the provision of food. Learn more about Natasha’s Law and the recent changes to Pre-packed for Direct Sale (PPDS) legislation. This session is designed for parents and carer's worried about allergies.

Pricing

Places on this course are free for parents and carers of pre and primary school aged children, course materials, and a certificate on successful completion of the course.

What is covered by this course?

Understand the needs of people with allergies, intolerances and coeliac disease and the challenges of choosing suitable food in various contexts

Know which foods are most likely to cause reactions

Understand about related conditions such as asthma, eczema and allergic rhinitis

Gain insight into the needs of particular groups - babies, young children, teenagers and older people

Know how to choose, prepare and serve suitable food for somebody with a food allergy, coeliac disease or intolerance

Understand environmental allergy risks in the workplace

Understand allergen management and available resources

Learn more about Natasha’s Law and the recent changes to Pre-packed for Direct Sale (PPDS) legislation.

Who is this course for?

Restaurants, cafes, community cafes, hotels, nurseries, schools, community centres, carers, hospitals and anyone working in the provision of food. A good level of English is required as the course delivery and test is in English.

*This Allergy Action Course is accredited by the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS). Edinburgh Community Food is an approved REHIS training centre.

If you have any questions regarding this course, please contact theodora@edinburghcommunityfood.org.uk or call us on 0131 467 7326.

** EU Food Information for Consumers Regulation No. 1169/2011

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