8. Can I have training before I take the nutrition test?
Before you apply to take the test, you can complete a short training course which focuses on the requirements to operate your business.
Training is organised to give you insight into the important areas in running a food business.
Training is voluntary and you can apply to take the test without completing the training.
8.1 Where and how can I get training?
You can receive training in two ways:
- self study on the internet - e-learning, or
- a short training course.
8.2 Self-study on the internet
You can receive teaching from the internet and prepare for the test without having to attend a traditional school. This is a self-study course. You can decide for yourself which areas you will look at, as well as the pace and sequence.
How can I find it on the internet?
The link: www.virk.dk/naeringsproeven provides access to the teaching material under the link: Start indberetning > For ansøgere til næringsprøvent > Selvstudie.
What does the self-study involve?
The course is made up of modules which combine text files, cases and sound clips, etc. Therefore, it is possible to read, look at pictures and videos etc. on the topics included in the test.
Each module ends with questions and you receive feedback on your answers so that you can monitor how well you are doing. You can take the test questions as many times as you like.
What equipment do I need to take the course as self-study?
You need a computer with internet access, but you do not need special computer experience to use self-study.
What does it cost?
Use of self-study at www.virk.dk/naeringsproeven is free of charge.
8.3 Course at a school
Where are the courses held?
There is no fixed framework for who can hold courses or where. The Commerce and Companies Agency provides free teaching material and it is up to the individual training centre (school) to plan the course in more detail.
Where and how do I enrol on a course?
Schools can use www.virk.dk to advertise time and place for courses and how to enrol. See the links in the box in chapter 7.
You can also contact you own sector association, who may be able to help you.
How long is the course?
The individual school plans teaching about the rules relating to starting and operating your business. The school decides the length of the course, but the teaching material is designed to take about 3-4 days.
How much is the course?
The individual school decides the price of a course. Payment is after agreement with the school.