What is PCQI Certification

PCQI Certification Course – Preventive Controls Qualified Individual Certification is FSPCA’s curriculum recognized by FDA. PCQI Certification course is the best way for an individual to become qualified for certain food safety tasks as required by Preventive Controls Regulation. The main task is to develop a food safety plan containing hazard analysis, identification of preventive controls and management components for these controls.

Regulation requires that food facilities based on hazard analysis (assessment of severity of consequence and likelihood of occurrence) establish risk – based preventive controls for process, allergens, sanitation and supply chain. This PCQI Certification course focuses on regulatory requirement as outlined in 21 CFR 117 (b), (c), and (g).

Our Lead Instructors for PCQI Certification Course at BD Food Safety Consultants LLC, have over four decades of combined experience educating and consulting individuals in charge of food safety all across the country. PCQI Certification course through BD Food Safety Consultants LLC is available in English and Spanish. We are dedicated to providing professional and experienced assistance to our clients nationwide. Training classes including PCQI Certification course are taught with attention to details using examples from our extensive manufacturing / processing experience.

Industry work experience in several food sector categories allows our Lead Instructors not only to effectively deliver the content of PCQI Certification Course but also answer questions from the audience that may arise during the class. This in-depth PCQI course will cover all elements of a food safety plan that companies are required to have under FSMA ruling. We offer PCQI Certification course V2.0 in – person in Training Center in Chicagoland / Naperville, IL and in online live format via zoom. Our Instructors are being recognized! 

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Choose Language for your PCQI Certification

At BD Food Safety Consultants LLC we speak many languages. Our certification courses including PCQI certification are conducted in English and Spanish. Learning in your primary language increases training effectiveness. Choose your language for PCQI certification! 

PCQI Lead Instructors Recognition 

Bart Dobek was recognized for training 1000 or more participants, cumulatively in the four FSPCA training curricula with FSPCA certificates issued. This recognition was presented at the 2024 FSPCA Annual Conference on November 19th 2024. Bart also received recognition as one of the Top 10 2024 FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Lead Instructors and FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Program Lead Instructors. 

In addition to being FSPCA Lead Instructors we are accredited HACCP Instructors through International HACCP Alliance and over the years collectively trained thousands more of food safety professionals. 

PCQI Certification or Preventive Controls for Human Food Course is FSPCA’s standardized curriculum recognized by FDA as adequate to become Preventive Controls Qualified individual. This requirement is outlined in 21 CFR 117.180 including PCQI’s responsibilities. This course teaches you about those responsibilities including the main task in development of risk based food safety plan with preventive controls.

Get started today by registering for your PCQI certification in Chicago, and Online. You also can contact us about our other food safety training courses and consulting services. Our team of experiences consultants assist clients nationwide in development and implementation of Food Safety Plans with Preventive Controls.

PCQI Certification and Other Services

At BD Food Safety Consultants LLC, we offer a variety of food safety training and consulting services nationwide in English and Spanish. We have over decade of cumulative experience in the food safety industry, assisting companies and individuals with implementing food safety systems. Our experts will be with you from start to finish regarding the food safety process in order to ensure you have been properly trained and are prepared to handle food according to FSMA guidelines.

PCQI Certification in Person, and Online

Our PCQI certification in Chicago, and Online are registered by the FSPCA (Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance). These courses must be taken by anyone who is responsible for food safety and anyone who partakes in food safety-related duties. FSMA requires that food companies have preventive controls qualified individuals available. Taking our PCQI certification in Chicago, and Online is one of the best way to become a PCQI and prepare for FSMA compliance. You will learn how to develop, implement and maintain a food safety plan. The course spans two-and-a-half days for a total of 22 hours and all courses are registered with the FSPCA.

Learn More About Our PCQI Certification

Our FSPCA PCQI certification courses are conducted out of our facility in Chicago / Naperville, IL. We also conduct training courses online via zoom. FSPCA PCQI Training courses are available in English and Spanish. To learn more about our PCQI course in Chicago and online or if you have any questions pertaining to our other courses or consulting services, fill out the below contact form or call us today at 815-641-6404. 

What does PCQI certification include?

The training covers hazard analysis, risk-based preventive controls, allergen management, sanitation controls, supply-chain programs, monitoring, corrective actions, verification, validation, recordkeeping, and Food Safety Plan reanalysis.

Why is PCQI certification important?

Under FDA regulations, covered food manufacturing facilities must have a qualified individual prepare or oversee the preparation of their Food Safety Plan and perform certain required activities.

Important: The FDA does not issue PCQI certifications or require a specific certificate. Individuals can qualify through appropriate training or job experience. Completing the FSPCA PCQI course is a widely recognized way to demonstrate the necessary training.

PCQI training is valuable for food safety managers, quality assurance professionals, HACCP coordinators, regulatory specialists, and food industry consultants seeking to strengthen FDA compliance and food safety management systems.

How do you obtain PCQI certification?

1. Enroll in an FSPCA PCQI training course delivered by an FSPCA Lead Instructor.

2. Complete the required training and practical exercises.

3. Receive an official FSPCA course completion certificate issued through the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO).

Course Times and Location 

Course Times: Version 2.0 – 22 Hours Course. Course starts at 8:00 am CST on all 3 Days and ends at 5:00 pm CST on Days 1 & 2, and at 2:00 pm CST on Day 3.

Locations: BD Training Center in Chicagoland – 600 W 5th Ave, Suite B, Naperville, IL 60563 or Online Live via Zoom. Audio and Video connectivity is required in online live courses.