We are unable to verify your successful completion of FOODSAFE Level 1. Please use your Personal Identifier if you have it. If you don't, please contact your local health authority to get this number.
If you would like to register for FOODSAFE Level 1, please go here.
Optionally, you may continue, but you will not receive a certificate upon completion.
FOODSAFE Level 2
About this course:
For an establishment to be truly “food safe,” safe food handling practices must be expected, communicated, modelled, reinforced and rewarded in every position and every role in the establishment.
As an owner, supervisor or manager in a food service or food processing establishment, you can create and nurture a culture of food safety where food safety is valued and emphasized at every step of the food preparation process. The creation of a culture of food safety, and the essential tools and practices that support that culture, is the focus of FOODSAFE Level 2 (FS L2).
Certified instructors teach FS L2 using the Moodle learning management system to deliver the course online. Once successfully completed, FS L2 participants receive a certificate of completion.
The course content of FS L2 has been revised to address a broader and more varied target audience, which may include the following:
Managers or owners of restaurants and/or food-related businesses (this could include bakers, caterers, chefs, smaller scale food processors, hospitality industry employees, workers in food banks, soup kitchens, etc.)
Stakeholders charged with creating and implementing food safety and sanitation plans, particularly in the food service industry
Individuals responsible for training existing and new staff on food safety issues and practices
Students beginning their careers in food- and hospitality-related fields
Learners have 28 days to complete this 10- to 14-hour course.
Cost: $115
Now please continue through the FOODSAFE registration process below.
Overview
Please take note of the steps required to complete the FOODSAFE Online course:
Purchase one or more seats.
Access information to our Account Manager will be emailed to you. Please Note: This email could take several hours before you receive it. If you do not receive this email, it is most likely in your email application's junk folder.
Log into the Account Manager using the username/password that was emailed to you and use the Account Manager to:
Select a course start date
Enter in personal information that is required to receive a FOODSAFE certificate such as: birth date, phone number, email, mailing address.
At the course start date, access to the course will be sent via email.
Submit all the required assignments and write the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz before the course end date.
A certificate will be mailed after course completion.
Our Refund Policy
Refunds must be requested prior to the course start date
A processing fee of $35.00 will be charged
The purchaser will receive a refund of:
$80.00 for FOODSAFE Level 2
Refund requests will not be accepted after the course start date.
Schools purchasing seats using an Account Code is considered final sale. No returns are permitted.
Our Extension Policy
If you feel you are going to need an extension in order to complete the course you must contact your instructor before the course end date* and explain your reasons for needing an extension. Use the "Contact your Instructor" link on the home page of your course to correspond with your instructor.
Extensions are rarely awarded, and given only for extenuating circumstances, such as death in the family or hospitalization.
*After your course end date, you will not be able to access the course or contact your instructor.
Agreement
Please answer the following in order to continue:
Purchase Seats
Students are required to have passed FOODSAFE Level 1 if they want to receive a certificate for Level 2. Click here to purchase a seat in FOODSAFE Level 1 instead.
Please enter your information and the number of seats you would like to purchase.
After you have finished purchasing the seats and you receive your account login information, you can assign one or more seats to a specific course date.
Seat availability may change between now and when you complete your purchase and log-in for the first time. All seats purchased will expire 365 days after the date of purchase.
Price per seat is $115.
Here are the upcoming courses and the number of seats currently available.
* Start dates are selected after purchasing a seat.
* We recommend you select a start date soon after your purchase. Courses sizes are limited and only run once a month.
Start date
End date
Quantity of Seats Available
December 17, 2025
January 13, 2026
26 of 50 seat(s) available
January 06, 2026
February 02, 2026
46 of 50 seat(s) available
January 21, 2026
February 17, 2026
49 of 50 seat(s) available
February 10, 2026
March 09, 2026
50 of 50 seat(s) available
February 25, 2026
March 24, 2026
50 of 50 seat(s) available
March 17, 2026
April 13, 2026
49 of 50 seat(s) available
April 01, 2026
April 28, 2026
50 of 50 seat(s) available
April 21, 2026
May 18, 2026
50 of 50 seat(s) available
May 06, 2026
June 02, 2026
50 of 50 seat(s) available
Note: Be sure to enter your correct address. Entering any false information will void your FOODSAFE certification. If you enter false information, you will not receive a record of completion. You will not be FOODSAFE certified, even if you complete the course activities and exam.
Do I need to do the FOODSAFE Level 1 course before I can take the FOODSAFE Level 2 course?
Yes, you are required to have successfully completed a recognized FOODSAFE Level 1 course before you can register for this course.
How much does a seat cost?
Seats purchased cost $115.
How do I purchase (register for) a course seat? On the registration page, select the number of seats you require (one seat per user).
Does my course (seat) expire?
Yes, you have one year to use this course (seat) before it expires.
How can I pay for my seat(s)?
Visa, Master Card or American Express is the preferred method of payment. This will ensure your seat is saved.
We are sorry but we are unable to process debit cards at this time.
What if I have a Hotmail, Gmail or Yahoo account?
These large web-based email providers have spam filters enabled, which may redirect emails from Open School BC (with important access information) into the junk folder. Please ensure you check your junk mail folder if you have not received the expected emails in your inbox after you paid for the FOODSAFE course.
How do I log into my account?
An auto-generated email will be sent within several hours of purchasing your course seat. Follow the web link and fill in the username and password fields as assigned to you in the email we sent you.
What is the Account Manager?
The Account Manager is a website you log into to enter and update personal information.
In the Account Manager, select each tab and fill in the required fields;
“My Information” tab - address, telephone number, email, name etc.
“My Course” tab – click on this tab to find the date your course begins and how to access the link to Moodle, where you'll find the FOODSAFE Level 2 course content.
“Seat Assignment” tab - only if you purchased multiple seats will you see a "Seat Assignment" tab where you can assign users to each of your seats. Please ensure that students enrolled are instructed to read these FAQs before starting the course.
Course info:
Are you comfortable using online technologies?
Online learning is not for everyone, this course is completed online and is self-paced so be sure you are comfortable using a computer, the internet, email, discussions, etc. You will need to have regular access to a computer with a reliable high-speed (1 Mbps or better) Internet connection. If you don’t have regular access, make sure you have easy access to a computer in order to complete the course within the 28 days allowed.
You may be expected to participate in online discussions. To participate in online discussions, you will need to type your email communications using an online communication tool provided within the course.
Students taking this online course should have a proficient command of the English language.
Note that customer service is available to assist only during regular business hours (8:30am – 4:30pm), Monday – Friday except on Statutory holidays, Pacific Time Zone.
Do I need a computer to do FOODSAFE online?
YES! We highly recommend that you have a personal computer and a high-speed (1 Mbps or better) Internet connection to take FOODSAFE online. If not, we suggest that you consider taking FOODSAFE in a face-to-face classroom or via correspondence.
How do I log into my course?
In your email, you will receive information to log into the Account Manager and Moodle (where the course takes place). The information provided in this email is a username, password and a link to the Account Manager.
How do I know if my computer will work for this course?
Before you purchase the course, you should check Moodle’s Browser support (https://docs.moodle.org/dev/Moodle_3.10_release_notes#Browser_support) for the list of supported browsers. Find your browser to confirm that your system will be compatible to take the course.
How long do I have to complete the course?
Users have 28 days to work through the course content, participate in the discussions and complete the assignments and write the quiz.
Can I just write the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz?
No, this course requires you to complete every lesson in sequence beginning with Unit 1, Lesson A before moving on to the next lesson.
What happens if I try to just write the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz?
You will get an error message, you will not be able to open the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz or complete the course and get credit for it.
How do I pass FOODSAFE Level 2?
In order to receive a FOODSAFE Level 2 certificate, you must successfully complete the following:
Cleaning Schedule Assignment: You will write a cleaning schedule that you can use in the sanitation plan for your establishment.
Food safety plan: During Unit 2 you will write a food safety plan for a menu item or recipe from your establishment. Use a recipe or menu item from your food service establishment. If you don’t work in a food establishment, use a favorite recipe or menu item from home. If you can’t decide what recipe to choose, consider a roast chicken recipe.
Discussions: Much of the learning in FOODSAFE Level 2 comes from discussion and the sharing of ideas. Often, there isn’t a “right” or “wrong” answer to the issues and points discussed in the course. Therefore, you are expected to contribute and actively engage in the discussions and exercises in the course. You are expected to contribute to a minimum of two different discussion forums throughout the course, in addition to the “Meet Your Classmates” discussion forum.
Final assessment: The final assessment is conducted in two parts:
Final Assessment Part 1: Unit 1 Questions
After each lesson in Unit 1, you will be given one short answer question. The Unit 1 questions will be marked by your instructor and will count for 60% of your final grade. The Part 1: Unit 1 Questions are graded out of a total of 24 marks.
You are required to submit your own work, written in your own words. Assignment submissions containing material that has been copied from the course will not be graded.
Final Assessment Part 2: FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz
You cannot access the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz until two items have been completed and graded with a passing mark by your instructor:
Your Food Safety Plan assignment
Your sample cleaning schedule
The Part 2: FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz is graded out of a total of 16 marks, and will cover key points from both course units. The quiz will count for 40% of your final grade, and includes five sections:
Section 1: Matching (3.5 marks)
Section 2: Multiple choice (7 marks)
Section 3: Sorting (2.5 marks)
Section 4: Writing a food safety plan—beef stew (1.5 marks)
Section 5: Writing a food safety plan—salads (1.5 marks)
To pass the FOODSAFE Level 2 course, you need to score a COMBINED total of 80% on the Part 1 and 2 assessments. This means you need a total of 32 out of 40 marks to pass.
Course Extensions and Timelines
If you feel you are going to need an extension in order to complete the course you must contact your instructor before the course
end date and explain your reasons for needing an extension. NOTE: After your course end date your course access expires and you will not be able to contact your instructor. Use the Discussion Tool within your course to correspond with your instructor. Extension are rarely awarded, and given only for extenuating circumstances, such as death in the family or hospitalization.
I want to take the FOODSAFE course face-to-face instead of online
Go to www.FOODSAFE.ca to locate a face-to-face course in your area.
FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz info:
How many questions are on Part 2: FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz?
The Part 2: FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz is graded out of a total of 16 marks, and will cover key points from both course units. The quiz will count for 40% of your final grade, and includes five sections:
Section 1: Matching (3.5 marks)
Section 2: Multiple choice (7 marks)
Section 3: Sorting (2.5 marks)
Section 4: Writing a food safety plan—beef stew (1.5 marks)
Section 5: Writing a food safety plan—salads (1.5 marks)
What mark must I achieve in the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz to pass the FOODSAFE course?
To pass the FOODSAFE Level 2 course, you need to score a COMBINED total of 80% on the Part 1 and 2 assessments. This means you need a total of 32 out of 40 marks to pass.
You must successfully complete the assignments and participate in the discussions in order to pass the course. See How do I pass FOODSAFE Level 2? for details.
How much time do I have to complete the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz?
The quiz will automatically end after 1 hour.
How do I get access to the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz?
Please consult with your instructor. You will not be able to access this quiz until you have submitted your cleaning schedule and your food safety plan and your instructor has marked them as successfully completed. Once your instructor has entered a passing mark for both assignments, an icon for the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz will appear on the home page.
Where do I write the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz?
You can write the quiz wherever you normally work on the course. All you need is a computer with access to the internet.
Are there additional resources to help prepare for the FOODSAFE Level 2 Quiz?
As part of your registration in the online course, you will have access to a digital copy of the FOODSAFE Level 2 Participant Workbook in the "Resources" section of the course home page. This may help you to review the course content.
How do I get my FOODSAFE certificate and how long will take to receive it?
Once you have successfully completed the two assignments and the two quizzes your regional Health Authority will mail a FOODSAFE Level 2 certificate to you. It takes about four to six weeks. Please ensure the mailing address you entered in the Account Manager is correct as this information is used to send your certificate.
What is FOODSAFE® level 1 Equivalency?
A course that is recognized as equal to - by the BC Health Authorities and the officers that manage the FOODSAFE® course.
Any certification and program found here that can be verified as equivalent.
How long will I have to wait to register before I know that my FOODSAFE® Level 1 equivalency is accepted?
You can register right away after you purchase FOODSAFE® Level 2. FOODSAFE will periodically check equivalencies throughout the duration of your course.
You will receive an email when FOODSAFE approves or Rejects your Equivalent certification.
Why do I have to send in a copy of my FOODSAFE® certification and my ID?
This is to verify that you are FOODSAFE® certified and to maintain the integrity of the course.
Where do I send my Equivalent FOODSAFE® certificate and identification?
You can send your equivalent FOODSAFE® certificate and Government Issue identification to FOODSAFE
Please use the subject "OSBC-Equivalent Certificate Identification"
Identification includes Driver's License, Passport, Student Card, Other Government ID with your name and photo.
What if I am not sure my certificate will be accepted?
You can pre-verify with FOODSAFE by presenting your identification and certificate to osbc.foodsafe@gov.bc.ca. They will let you know if your certificate can or will be accepted. You may need to send them your identification and certificate again once you register for the course.
What if I am in the course and my certificate is rejected?
If your certificate has not been approved but you are already in a Foodsafe Level 2 course. You can complete the course but you will not receive a certificate until you complete a BC foodsafe level 1 or equivalent course, and present this to FOODSAFE: osbc.foodsafe@gov.bc.ca
Can I get a refund if my certification is rejected?
Our Policy applies with all purchases of Foodsafe Level 2, including your certification being rejected.
You are encouraged to confirm your certification prior to purchase.
Refunds must be requested prior to the course start date
