Mérieux NutriSciences Canada Online Training Academy

Food Chemistry studies the human health effects of food and food ingredients as well as their structural, functional and nutritional properties through the application of a large spectrum of technologies and various scientific disciplines.  This short course is intended to give you a basic understanding of food chemistry and the primary testing methods used to test food for quality and safety. At the conclusion of this course you will earn a certificate of completion that you can download and keep for your records. There will also be an option to download a PDF copy of the lesson content to keep and use as a reference.  This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase. Read more

Food fraud impacts countries around the world and is always motivated by economic gain.  In this short course, we’ll be covering various types of food fraud, their impacts to consumers and business, and some steps to mitigate food fraud risks. *Note: This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.​ Read more

This Introduction to Food Microbiology course is designed for the food plant employee or supervisor who has no classroom instruction in Food Microbiology or has a very basic knowledge of the subject. The 6 recorded sessions will cover the basics of food microbiology and the recalls/outbreaks associated with the major pathogens as well provide an overview of foodborne disease-causing microorganisms. Students will also learn factors that can be used to control microbial growth and growth of spoilage microorganisms. Finally, an overview of the major foodborne viruses and Covid-19 will be discussed.  *Note: This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.  Read more

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is a fundamental for all facilities within the food supply chain. GMPs help to ensure that safe food is processed, manufactured, packaged, and shipped in a safe, hygienic way. You are a key factor in keeping the food supply safe from hazards. The purpose of this course is to provide you with background information, relevant knowledge, and real-world examples to help you understand GMPs and why they are so important. Whether this is your first job in the food industry or you're an industry pro, having a strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices can raise your professional game to the next level.  Who should take this course: Line Workers Supervisors Managers This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase. A completion certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.  Read more

What is HACCP? HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point. This is an important part of a food safety system. This course will cover the seven principles of HACCP, how it fits into a food safety system, and how they can be applied at a facility. Who should take this course: line technicians and operators new employees anyone new to the food industry and needs a basic overview of HACCP  *Note: This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.​ Read more

In this introductory course, students will learn the basics of internal auditing including: The purpose of an internal audit program How to prepare for an internal audit How to conduct an internal audit What tools are needed to conduct an internal audit Who should be on your internal audit team The skills needed to be a good internal auditor Scheduling best practices How to document and report audit findings Students will also learn about the different types of possible audit, including an overview of second and third party audits, certification, and GFSI requirements. Who should take this course: QA managers and supervisors Department managers Plant managers This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase Read more