PDT-MEAT-02 - AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification
Course Description
Enrollment in AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification course with UNH is currently FREE due to funding by the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets, and Food with appropriations from the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SFRF).
The American Meat Science Association (AMSA) Food Safety & Science Certification course verifies individuals possess an in-depth knowledge of food safety procedures and standards necessary to thrive in the food industry.
The certification validates the expertise and skills needed to enter the meat and food industries. Those who earn the certification are more qualified and prepared to begin a variety of food handling, food storage, and food safety careers. Additionally, the certification allows employers to identify and connect with more skilled candidates, filling gaps in the labor market and jumpstarting individuals’ careers.
Topics covered in the AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification include:
Food Chemistry Principles
- Chemical Properties of Food
- Chemical Changes related to Cooking & Food Processing
- Food Production Processes
Food Handling, Packaging & Storage Procedures
- Sanitary Food Handling Practices
- Food Packaging Regulations
- Cold Food Storage Methods
- Food Additives
- Food Preservation Techniques
- Food packaging & Labeling Guidelines
Food Safety & Sanitation Methods
- Workplace Safety Procedures
- Food Industry Inspections
- Foodborne Illness Prevention Strategies
- Sanitation Procedures
- Sanitation Laws & Regulations
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Systems
- Hazards in Food Processing
- Hazard Analysis Process
- Critical Control Points Identification
- Establishing Critical Limits
- Monitoring of Critical Limits
- Methods for Taking Corrective Actions
- Establishing Verification Procedures
- Recordkeeping Procedures
The AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification course takes place online in self-paced modules. The course includes a total of 150 hours of content which learners have 6 months to complete, but learners independently review content and work at their own pace. Learners must have access to a computer with internet to participate.
In order to successfully complete the course, learners must successfully pass (scoring 70% or higher) a 100 question examination that assesses knowledge and concepts from the course content. Those who successfully pass the examination will receive:
- AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification and Digital Badge
- 15 CEUs (Continuing Education Units)/150 hours with UNH Professional Development & Training
This course is part of the UNH Meat Processing & Food Safety Certificate program, but you don’t have to be part of the certificate program to enroll in this course.
The AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification course offers valuable learning and professional development opportunities for individuals currently working in, or those trying to enter these fields:
- Food Scientists & Technologists
- Food Science Technicians
- Food Prep Workers
The AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification and UNH Meat Processing & Food Safety Certificate are offered in collaboration with the American Meat Science Association and iCEV.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Meat Processing and Food Safety : Required