Food Safety map for 2026-2027

This program map represents one possible pathway through the program and may not reflect the most current catalog requirements. Make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

Ventura College: Food Safety

Term 1 — Fall

3 courses87.5 hours
Food Safety - HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) Training and Certification (NC)
  • Major
  • 17.5 hours
Produce Safety Rule (PSR) Training (NC)
  • Major
  • 17.5 hours
Introduction to Food Safety and Agricultural Practices for Food Safety (NC)
  • Major
  • 52.5 hours

Term 2 — Spring

3 courses122.5 hours
Food Safety Foreign Supplier Verification (FSVP) Program Training (NC)
  • Major
  • 17.5 hours
Food Safety Management Practices: Field and Facility (NC)
  • Major
  • 52.5 hours
Agricultural Laws and Regulations for Food Safety (NC)
  • Major
  • 52.5 hours

Term 3 — Fall

2 courses70 hours
Human Food PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) Training (NC)
  • Major
  • 35 hours
Animal Food PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) Training (NC)
  • Major
  • 35 hours

Term 4 — Spring

1 course70 hours
Introduction to Food Microbiology (NC)
  • Major
  • 70 hours

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