Mérieux NutriSciences Online Training Academy

Moisture, along with fat, protein, ash, and fiber make up what are referred to as the proximate analyses in food chemistry.  Proximate, meaning close or approximate, references the fact that these are tests that don’t assay for a specific molecule, but rather identify a general class of compounds by a particular characteristic.  In the case of moisture, you are quantifying the loss (in weight) upon drying.  While you won’t find moisture analysis listed directly on a Nutritional Label, it is a critical assay for determining both carbohydrates and calories.  This second course in our Proximate Analysis Testing series is intended to give you a basic understanding of moisture analysis and the primary testing methods used to test food for moisture content. 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

This video addresses GMP Basics from a maintenance worker’s viewpoint, and also includes proper hygiene, frock, and hair net usage. The information is very detailed and shows real world examples of cross contamination and proper equipment repair. It also focuses on the importance of promoting food safety culture from within the maintenance department. Examples of cross contamination within the maintenance department Proper procedures for traffic and equipment repair Promoting food safety culture within maintenance department A blank certificate is included with your purchase for documenting employee training and assessment. Also available in English.  Este video aborda los conceptos básicos de GMP desde el punto de vista de un trabajador de mantenimiento, y también incluye el uso adecuado de higiene, vestido y red para el cabello. La información es muy detallada y muestra ejemplos del mundo real de contaminación cruzada y reparación adecuada de equipos. También se centra en la importancia de promover la cultura de seguridad alimentaria desde el departamento de mantenimiento. Ejemplos de contaminación cruzada dentro del departamento de mantenimiento. Procedimientos adecuados para el tráfico y reparación de equipos. Promover la cultura de inocuidad alimentaria dentro del departamento de mantenimiento. Se incluye un certificado en blanco con su compra para documentar la capacitación y evaluación de los empleados. También disponible en inglés. Read more

Nutrition facts labels (NFL) are based on several defined regulations. This can be puzzling at first. This webinar teaches participants the mandatory basic requirements of nutritional food labeling for FDA regulated products sold in the United States. Who should take this course? Research/Product development, Quality assurance, laboratory, manufacturing, and beginner regulatory professionals who want to understand the basics of nutrition facts labeling regulatory requirements for food products sold in the United States regulated by the FDA. *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

If you’ve ever been curious about the nutritional composition of the food you’re eating, you are no doubt familiar with the Nutritional Facts Panel. The Nutrition Facts Panel, specified under the Nutrition Labeling Education Act (NLEA) of 1990, has been a standard feature of nearly every food item since 1993. However, you may not have given a lot of thought as to why it has such a specific format, how to interpret all of the information it presents, or what food manufacturers must do to comply with the regulations. This short course is intended to give you a basic understanding of the Nutrition Labeling Education Act (NLEA). 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

We've bundled our Practical HACCP for Food Processors and Advanced HACCP courses for the special price of $800. Both courses are accredited by the International HACCP Alliance.  Practical HACCP for Food Processors: This International HACCP Alliance accredited course will introduce students to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP). Per the FDA (2018), HACCP is “a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical and physical hazards from raw material production, procurement and handling, to manufacturing, distribution and consumption of the finished product”1. This course will take students through the 7 principles of HACCP and teach them how to develop, implement, and manage HACCP plans. Upon successful completion of a 40 question final exam, participants will earn a HACCP certificate with the International HACCP Alliance gold seal.  Advanced HACCP: The Mérieux NutriSciences Advanced HACCP course is certified by the International HACCP Alliance and focuses on the analysis of a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points Food Safety System at a site.  This course helps students use effective analytical tools to take a deeper dive into their HACCP Food Safety systems to ensure they have the right hazards identified, the right critical control points established and the effective supporting programs with the right controls in place to effectively protect and prevent food safety issues.   Upon successful completion of a 40 question final exam, participants will earn an Advanced HACCP certificate with the International HACCP Alliance gold seal*.  1U.S. Food & Drug Administration. (2018, January 29).  Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP). Retrieved from https://www.fda.gov/Food/GuidanceRegulation/HACCP Read more

This International HACCP Alliance accredited course will introduce students to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP). Per the FDA (2018), HACCP is “a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical and physical hazards from raw material production, procurement and handling, to manufacturing, distribution and consumption of the finished product”1. This course will take students through the 7 principles of HACCP and teach them how to develop, implement, and manage HACCP plans. Upon successful completion of a 40 question final exam, participants will earn a HACCP certificate with the International HACCP Alliance gold seal.  The hard copy of your certificate with the HACCP Alliance gold seal will be mailed to you within 7-10 business days. This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase. 1U.S. Food & Drug Administration. (2018, January 29).  Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP). Retrieved from https://www.fda.gov/Food/GuidanceRegulation/HACCP This course is now available in Spanish.  Read more