This is a certification course for managers and supervisors of food processing operations of thermal procession systems, acidification, and container closure evaluation programs for Acidified canned foods. The school satisfies the training requirements specified in both the FDA and USDA regulations for Acidified canned foods and Low Acid foods.

All sessions will be presented by internet presentation through Zoom™. The code to enter the workshop will be sent by email before the course begins.

Acidified Canning (5 sessions)

• Apr. 21 - 22: 8 AM - 5 PM
• Apr. 28 - 29: 8 AM - 5 PM
• May 5: 8 AM - 5 PM

Low Acid Canning (8 sessions)

• Apr. 21 - 22: 8 AM - 5 PM
• Apr. 28 - 29: 8 AM - 5 PM
• May 5 - 6: 8 AM - 5 PM
• May 12 - 13: 8 AM - 5 PM

Registration: Online registration available to be paid with credit card or the mailing of a check, money order, or company Purchase Orders (PO). Fee includes online instruction only.

Fees:

• $375 - Acidified Canning (5 sessions)
• $600 - Low Acid Canning (8 sessions)

Participants must purchase their own printed manual, Canned Foods: Principles of thermal Process Control, Acidification and Container Closure Evaluation, directly from Consumer Brands Association.

Click here to Purchase the Manual. Digital manuals are not available.

Deadline: April 20

Refunds: The registration fee will not be refundable unless the class is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. Substitutions allowed and course can be taken at another time.

MAIL your check payments to address below. Make checks payable to NMSU. Payment must be received or in process by Apr. 20 to receive the certificate.

ATTN: Dr. Nancy Flores, NMSU
Food Technology Program
MSC-3AE, P.O. Box 30003
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8003