
Cost
£369 (+ VAT if based in UK)
Course resources, Exam/Assessment and Certificate included in the fee.
Duration
1 day
12 to 5pm (UK time) live online + 3 hrs homework assignments per day
Location
Online (Zoom)
If you require Face-to-Face training, please contact us to discuss your need.
Available public sessions
December 10, 2025
February 13, 2026
April 9, 2026
If you wish to organise a private session, please contact us to discuss your need.
Assessment
25 multi-choice questions
Online. Open book. At the end of the course.
Pass Mark 60%. Immediate results.
3 attempts allowed (included in the fee).
Certificate & Badge downloadable instantly.
Note: You do not have to take the exam if you don't need the official BRCGS qualification. You can choose to request instead a Certificate of Attendance. Your tutor will guide you through the process.
Course Summary
This course is designed for agents and/or brokers, and those trading with them, to understand the scope and requirements of the standard, the audit protocol and certification process.
This BRCGS Agents & Brokers Issue 3 Auditor course is part of the BRCGS Professional recognition programme.
Key learning objectives
Know the scope of the Standard requirements, understand which companies may be certificated tothe standard, and what products are applicable
Understand the format and structure of the requirements of the Standard
Be able to identify what is needed to comply with each requirement
Know how to prepare for an audit to the Standard
Be aware of the scope and duration of an audit
Understand the procedure for closing out corrective actions on non-conformities
Be familiar with how an audit will be reported and how companies will be certificated.
Who should attend
Retailers, Technical Managers and personnel, Quality Managers and personnel, Importers and exporters of food products and foodservice staff.
Pre-requisites
To have carefully reviewed the Agents & Brokers standard (appendices & glossary included) before the course starts. You can download a free (locked PDF) copy of the standard here.
Programme Outline
Welcome
Scope of the Standard
Requirements of the Standard
Auditing & Certification
Post Audit activities, support from the BRCGS
Course exam
Instructor credentials
This training course is delivered by experienced BRCGS ‘approved training partners’ (ATPs) and ‘approved virtual trainers’ (AVTs).
This is our lovely team of trainers.

How to book and pay
You can book your space directly on the website. Go to the booking section, click on the session of your choice and follow the instructions to pay by card. VAT will not be added at checkout if you're booking from outside of the UK.
If you want to pay on invoice, simply email us!
What happens once your space has been booked
Cancellation and Refund Policy
We understand that sometimes life gets in the way, and we aim to be as flexible as possible. If you wish to reschedule your course, just send us an email as soon as possible. In most cases we are able and happy to move your booking at no extra cost. Where this might not be possible, we will discuss with you the options available in order to find the best solution to suit your needs.
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