Food Safety Courses

Food Hygiene Refresher Course (FSC L1 Refresher)

Now known as

Food Safety Course Level 1 Refresher

Food Safety Course Level 1  Available

Food and hygiene refresher course | Food Safety Course Level 1 Refresher

For enquiries, please reach out to enquiry@sg-akc.com, or contact us at 6690 5555.

Subsidized Course Fee Details

Full Course Fee (Incl. GST)

(For Non-Singaporeans and Singaporeans Below 21)

$76.30

Subsidized Course Fee for Singaporeans & PR Aged 21 to 39
(50% Subsidies)

$41.30

Subsidized Course Fee for Singaporeans Aged 40 & Above
(70% Subsidies)

$27.30

Course Details

Food hygiene refresher course | WSQ Food Safety Course Level 1 refresher | Attain your Food Hygiene Cert Now!

Commonly asked Questions

How long is a food hygiene refresher cert valid?

1st Refresher Training:
Must be completed within 5 years from the date of initially passing the WSQ FSC Level 1.

2nd and Subsequent Refresher Trainings:
Required every 10 years from the date of passing the most recent refresher training.

How do I renew my food hygiene certificate?

To renew your Food Hygiene Certificate in Singapore, you can:

  • Enroll with Absolute Kinetics Consultancy (AKC) – Sign up for the Food Safety Course Level 1 Refresher directly with AKC Here!

How long is the Food Hygiene Course?

The duration of the Food Hygiene Course (Food Safety Course Level 1) is as follows:

  • WSQ Food Safety Course Level 1 (FSC L1): 6 hours of training + 1.5 hour assessment
  • WSQ Food Safety Course Level 1 Refresher: 3 hours of training + 1.5 hour assessment
  • WSQ Food Safety Course Level 1 Assessment Only Pathway: 1.5 hour assessment

How much is a food hygiene cert?

Here are the prices for the different Food Safety Courses based on your experience:

  • Food Safety Course Level 1: $145 (Excl. GST)
  • Food Safety Course Level 1 Refresher: $75 (Excl. GST)

Course Overview

Food Safety Course Level 1 Refresher, Formerly known as the Food Safety Hygiene Course Refresher or the Basic Food Hygiene Course Refresher, is mandatory for all food handlers. The Food Hygiene Refresher Course also enables an individual to have a valid WSQ Food Safety Course (FSC) Level 1 Refresher which is also a Food Hygiene Certificate to become a qualified Food Handler.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to:

  • Practice good personal hygiene
  • Use Safe Ingredients
  • Handle food safely
  • Store food safely
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment and premises

Prerequisites:

Before beginning this course, it’s essential to have the following:

  • Dress Code:
    • Appropriate Attire
      • No slippers
      • Long hair must be tied up
      • No nail polish
  • Attendees of the Food Safety Level 1 Course Refresher should have already passed and attended the Food Safety Level 1 Course.

Certifications Granted:

WSQ (SOA) Statement of Attainment (e-certificate) will be issued for the courses conducted in English & Mandarin.

Additional Details:

SSG Course Codes:

English: Food Safety Course Level 1 (Refresher) (TGS-2024051999)
Mandarin: Food Safety Course Level 1 (Refresher) (Chinese) (TGS-2024051997)

Please click here for the Nett fees with SSG Training Grant for the Singaporean and Singapore PR learners.

Class Size and Facilitator-Learner Ratio

  • Theory Session: Maximum of 20 trainees per trainer.
  • Practical Session: 4 trainees to 1 trainer, ensuring hands-on guidance and personalized support.

Assessment Format & Duration

  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ): 50 minutes
  • Short Answer Questions: 10 minutes
  • Practical Assessment: 30 minutes
  • Total Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Passing Criteria
To be deemed “Competent,” trainees must meet the following requirements. Failure to meet any of these will result in a status of NYC (Not Yet Competent), requiring the trainee to retake the course:

  • Written Assessment: Achieve a “C” grade or higher for all questions in the MCQ and short answer segments.
  • Practical Assessment: Achieve a “C” grade or higher for all questions during the practical assessment.
  • Attendance: 100% attendance is mandatory to complete the course.

Learners are eligible for SSG training grants only if they pass the course. Those who fail the assessment will not qualify for course funding. Candidates are encouraged to assess their capability in food safety practices before registering

Food Handlers must also attend the WSQ FSC Level 1 Refresher at certain key timelines to continue handling and preparing food, as detailed below.

1st Refresher Training:

Within 5 Years from the date of initially passing the WSQ FSC Level 1.

2nd and subsequent refresher Trainings:

Every 10 years from the date of passing the previous refresher training.

Last Updated: 27/12/2024
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