Course overview
Develop advanced expertise in Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points with this CPD accredited HACCP Level 3 course, designed for supervisors and managers responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining HACCP-based food safety management systems. This course builds on the foundational knowledge covered at Level 2 and provides the in-depth understanding needed to lead HACCP teams, conduct thorough hazard analyses, and create comprehensive HACCP plans tailored to your food business. You will learn how to establish and manage critical control points, set and validate critical limits, design effective monitoring and verification procedures, and maintain the documentation required for regulatory compliance. The course also covers how to manage and coordinate HACCP teams, conduct management reviews, and respond to audit findings. The course covers how HACCP-based food safety management procedures are implemented and reviewed by supervisors and managers. Upon completion, you will receive a CPD accredited certificate showing the course you have completed. This online course is entirely self-paced, allowing you to study around your professional commitments.
HACCP level 3 for catering and retail at a glance
HACCP level 3 for catering and retail is a CPD accredited online course from Chefs Bay Academy, taking 2-4 hours to complete.
The certificate is ready to download as soon as you pass.
| Entry type | Course |
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| Provider status | Published |
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| Duration | 2-4 hours, self-paced |
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| Level | Level 3 |
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| Certificate | CPD Accredited, download after passing |
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| Study and retakes | Any device, unlimited retakes within your chosen access period. |
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Chefs Bay Academy is run by Chefs Bay Hospitality Limited (Company No. 13588811), a UK
hospitality and care staffing agency based in Merseyside.
This course is included in the training bundle, with 12, 24 or 36 months
of access for one person. Certificate information is listed for this course above.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between HACCP level 2 and level 3?
HACCP Level 2 covers the fundamentals of hazard analysis and critical control points. Level 3 goes deeper — it covers developing HACCP plans from scratch, managing HACCP teams, verification and validation procedures, and regulatory compliance at a supervisory level. Both are included in your £35 Chefs Bay Academy licence.
Who needs HACCP level 3?
HACCP Level 3 is designed for supervisors, managers, and anyone responsible for developing, implementing, or maintaining HACCP systems in a food business. This includes head chefs, kitchen managers, quality assurance staff, and food safety leads in catering or retail.
How long does HACCP level 3 take?
The listed study time is 2-4 hours, completed online at your own pace. You can pause and return within your chosen access period.
Is HACCP level 3 for managers only?
While HACCP Level 3 is primarily aimed at managers and supervisors, anyone who wants an in-depth understanding of HACCP systems can benefit from it. It is particularly valuable if you are responsible for writing or reviewing HACCP plans, training staff, or liaising with auditors and environmental health officers.
Check the official guidance: GOV.UK: food safety management systems.
