Description

Course Name: Professional Diploma in Food Safety Awareness

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/PD-GEN-FSA-456

Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent

Language Type: English

Course Type: Self-Paced Online Learning

Objective: The Professional Diploma in Food Safety Awareness aims to equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to understand and implement food safety principles and practices. The program focuses on food hygiene, contamination control, food handling practices, quality standards, food safety regulations, and risk management systems. It develops competencies to ensure safe food production, storage, and distribution while promoting public health and responsible food management practices.

Duration: 6 Months / 370 Hours

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your Course you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get Enroll Now tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay Course fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay course fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the Digital(PDF) copy of your Diploma & Marksheet will be sent to your registered email ID within 7 days.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Food Safety Awareness: Introduction to Food Safety Concepts, Importance and Scope of Food Safety, Principles of Safe Food Handling, Food Safety Hazards and Risks, Role of Food Safety in Public Health, Food Safety Management Systems, Food Contamination Sources, Food Safety Culture Development, Responsibilities of Food Handlers, Challenges in Food Safety Management.

Module 2: Food Contamination and Hazard Control: Types of Food Contamination, Biological Hazards in Food, Chemical Hazards in Food, Physical Hazards in Food, Microbial Growth and Control, Foodborne Diseases and Outbreaks, Prevention of Food Contamination, Cross Contamination Control, Personal Hygiene Practices, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment.

Module 3: Food Hygiene and Sanitation Management: Principles of Food Hygiene, Personal Hygiene for Food Workers, Cleaning and Sanitation Procedures, Food Premises Hygiene Management, Equipment and Utensil Sanitation, Pest Control Management, Water Quality and Safety, Waste Disposal Practices, Storage Hygiene Management, Good Hygiene Practices (GHP).

Module 4: Food Safety Standards and Regulations: Introduction to Food Safety Regulations, Food Safety Laws and Guidelines, Food Safety and Standards Authority Requirements, International Food Safety Standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), Food Safety Auditing Principles, Food Labeling and Consumer Information, Traceability Systems, Compliance and Documentation.

Module 5: Food Storage, Processing and Quality Control: Safe Food Storage Practices, Temperature Control in Food Safety, Cold Chain Management, Food Preservation Methods, Quality Control Principles, Food Sampling and Testing Methods, Shelf Life and Expiry Management, Packaging Safety Practices, Food Adulteration and Detection Methods, Quality Improvement Strategies.

Module 6: Food Safety Management and Practical Applications: Food Safety Risk Management, Food Safety Training and Awareness Programs, Emergency Response to Food Safety Incidents, Food Safety Inspection Procedures, Documentation and Record Management, Consumer Food Safety Awareness, Sustainable Food Safety Practices, Food Safety Communication Strategies, Food Industry Safety Management, Continuous Improvement in Food Safety Systems.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 120 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 60.
• Number of Questions from each module: 10.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks Above 40%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of the Professional Diploma

1. Globally Recognized Professional Diploma – Earn a professionally designed diploma that enhances your profile and demonstrates industry-relevant knowledge. Widely valued by employers, organizations, and institutions across multiple sectors.

2. Quality Learning with ISO-Certified Standards – Our training programs are developed under ISO-certified quality management practices, ensuring a structured, consistent, and high-quality learning experience.

3. Enhanced Career Opportunities – Strengthen your resume, improve your professional skills, and increase your potential for employment, career advancement, and new job opportunities.

4. Issued by a Non-Profit Skill Development Organization – The diploma is awarded by a mission-driven organization dedicated to promoting skill development, vocational education, and lifelong learning.

5. Comprehensive Learning Resources – Access quality study materials, e-books, practice assessments, mock tests, and learner support to help you successfully complete the program.

6. Secure Online Verification – Every diploma and marksheet is issued with a unique Enrolment ID and QR Code, enabling employers, institutions, and other stakeholders to instantly verify the authenticity of your credential online.

7. Lifetime Validity – The Professional Diploma is issued with lifetime validity and does not require periodic renewal, allowing you to showcase your achievement throughout your career.

8. Flexible Self-Paced Learning – Learn anytime and anywhere at your own pace, making it easy to balance your studies with work, business, or personal commitments.

9. Industry-Relevant Curriculum – The curriculum is designed to focus on practical knowledge, current industry trends, and real-world applications to improve workplace readiness.

10. Skill-Based Professional Qualification – Demonstrates your commitment to continuous professional development and validates your practical knowledge and skills in the subject area.

Job Opportunities after Professional Diploma in Food Safety Awareness

Graduates of this program gain knowledge in food safety practices, hygiene management, quality standards, contamination control, food handling procedures, and regulatory requirements, preparing them for careers in food industries, quality assurance, hospitality, and public health sectors.

Key Career Options: Food Safety Assistant, Quality Control Executive, Food Hygiene Supervisor, Food Safety Coordinator, Quality Assurance Assistant, Food Inspector Assistant, Compliance Executive, Food Processing Supervisor, Food Safety Consultant, Food Business Entrepreneur.

Salary Range (India):
Entry-level: ₹2.5–5 LPA
Mid-level: ₹5–10 LPA
Senior-level: ₹10–18+ LPA

Industries Hiring Graduates: Food Processing Companies, Restaurants & Hospitality Industries, Dairy and Beverage Companies, FMCG Organizations, Food Testing Laboratories, Catering Services, Export Companies, Government Food Safety Departments, Food Manufacturing Units.

Skills Developed: Food hygiene practices, food safety standards, quality control methods, contamination prevention, food handling procedures, storage and preservation techniques, regulatory compliance, safety audits, documentation, and risk management skills.

Graduates can progress to roles like Food Safety Officer, Quality Assurance Specialist, Food Safety Consultant, Compliance Manager, or support food businesses in maintaining safe and quality food production practices with experience and advanced training.