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As Michigan’s food industry experiences unprecedented growth, food processors are needing assistance scaling production to efficiently meet increased demand. The Center’s Food Safety classes are designed to successfully assist food processors while they overcome many of the obstacles and bottlenecks facing today’s growing food industry. The Center offers the following classes:

FOOD PROCESSING SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

This class is designed for students who are either new to the food processing environment or those who want to strengthen their understanding of food processing. This hands-on class provides a foundation for core food safety skills, understanding of current food safety regulations, process improvement skills and problem-solving techniques... Learn More

FOREIGN SUPPLIER VERIFICATION PROGRAM (FSVP)

Gain the knowledge to implement the requirements of the “Foreign Supplier Verification Programs for Importers of Food for Humans and Animals” regulation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration... Learn More

Preventive Controls qualified individual (pcqi)

A Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) is required to prepare and oversee the implementation of the facility’s Food Safety Plan in compliance with FSMA requirements. Individuals successfully completing this training will receive a certificate from the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA)... Learn More