Basic Food Microbiology
| Dates | Times | Location | Prices | Availability |
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| – 13 hours | Virtual Learning |
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| – 13 hours | Virtual Learning |
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Dates
Times
Location
Prices
- Early Bird Pricing: 10% off
- Membership Pricing: 15% off
- Regular Pricing: $850 USD
Availability
Dates
Times
Location
Prices
- Early Bird Pricing: 10% off
- Membership Pricing: 15% off
- Regular Pricing: $850 USD
Availability
Private Team Training
Program Description
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This two-day virtual instructor-led training course teaches how to develop an understanding of foodborne pathogens, control methods for biological hazards commonly associated with foods, and how to apply problem-solving skills to troubleshoot common food safety and quality issues.
Course Objective
At the end of the program, learners will be able to:
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Describe the effect of microorganisms in food (beneficial, spoilage and pathogenic)
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Identify factors affecting the growth of bacteria in food and strategies to manage growth
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Predict spoilage type and microorganism responsible in various food commodities
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Suggest methods of prolonging shelf life using various food preservation methods and hurdle technologies
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Design sampling plans for microbiological testing
Accreditation
As an Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) Accredited Provider, NSF Training and Education offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard. NSF Training and Education is authorized by IACET to offer the number of CEUs below for this program.
1.3 CEU’s
Technology Requirements:
Participants must join the training using their own individual computer or device to meet participation and assessment requirements. Devices cannot be shared between multiple participants. To support engagement and interactive learning, participants are encouraged to join with both video and microphone enabled throughout the session.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these requirements, please contact our training team at [email protected].
Computer & Internet Connection:
Participants will need reliable access to a computer with a stable internet connection. High‑speed broadband (LAN, cable, or DSL) is recommended.
Compatible Web Browsers:
The following browsers are supported: Firefox, Chrome, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.
Accommodations
NSF is committed to accommodating the learning requirements of all our stakeholders. If you require special assistance for any reason, please contact us at [email protected]
Additional Recommended Courses
Basic Food Microbiology
Looking to train your team? You might benefit from private training.
Registering more than 5 people? You might benefit from private training.
Let us come to you! Onsite or virtual private training available. Contact us for more information!
This two-day virtual instructor-led training course teaches how to develop an understanding of foodborne pathogens, control methods for biological hazards commonly associated with foods, and how to apply problem-solving skills to troubleshoot common food safety and quality issues.
Fundamentals of Developing Your Environmental Monitoring Program
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Registering more than 5 people? You might benefit from private training.
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Many foodborne illness outbreaks are tied to equipment or environmental controls and personnel hygiene practices. Do you have a robust risk-based environmental monitoring program (EMP) in place to monitor the ready-to-eat (RTE) environment and reduce contamination risks?
This course covers the fundamentals of designing and implementing an EMP, so that you can identify problem areas and respond to positive results from microbial testing swiftly and effectively.
This course includes a homework assignment between sessions one and two that will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. Please have your completed assignment with you for part two of the training course.
An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.
Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.
You will find your course material and homework/exam on the NSF Learner portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.
Who should Attend
Operational, Quality, Technical Staff and Food Safety personnel working in manufacturing or retail with food safety plans and programs. Also suitable for professionals new to the industry.
Prerequisite
A good understanding of microbial testing requirements in a food manufacturing environment.
Driving Change in Your Food Safety Culture
This course will equip food industry professionals with the tools and strategies needed to foster a strong, sustainable food safety culture through proven change management principles.
Participants will learn how to assess current cultural practices, identify barriers to change and implement practical, people-centered interventions that align with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
Drawing on case studies and best practices from across the food supply chain, this course bridges the gap between compliance and culture. It emphasizes leadership engagement, employee empowerment, and communication strategies essential for long-term behavioral change.
Additional Course Information
An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.
Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.
You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.
Who Should Attend
Operational, Quality, Technical Staff and Food Safety personnel working in manufacturing or retail with food safety plans and programs. Also suitable for professionals new to the industry.
Private offerings
This course is available as a Private Offering. Please email us for a quote.