PCQI Training

PCQI training (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) is FSPCA’s 2,5 Day curriculum recognized by FDA. Preventive Controls training is required for certain individuals at companies that manufacture, process, pack or hold human or animal food.  The PCQI certificate earned by course participants indicates your recognition as a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual to conduct or oversee certain activities specified in Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation (21 CFR 117). Curriculum for that course was developed by the FSPCA and is recognized by FDA as adequate to meet regulatory requirements for Preventive Controls Qualified Individuals. This training course is the best way to become a PCQI as required by the rule. BD Food Safety Consultants LLC offers instructor led, FSPCA PCQI course in our Training Center in Chicago / Naperville and in an online live format. 

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Pricing & Course Details

Price per person: $699, (5% off for three or more participants, 10% off for five or more participants) – Price includes FSPCA certificate fees. Hard copies of training materials are provided to participants at no cost in classroom courses only. 

On – site training courses at Client location are available for groups of 6 – 12 participants. 

What Does PCQI Training in Chicago, and Online Include?

When you sign up for our PCQI food safety training in Chicago,  or online, you will learn how to develop, implement and maintain a food safety plan compliant with Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation. The course materials are designed to meet training requirements for a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual under Title 21 CFR Part 117.180. During training, you will learn about:

• Performing hazard analysis of particular types of food
• Determining preventive controls for process, allergens, sanitation and supply chain, and monitoring those controls
• Determining required validation procedures
• Creating supporting documentation that meets food safety record requirements

Who Should Attend PCQI Training Courses?

Individuals responsible for food safety and participating in food safety-related tasks should acquire PCQI course. The Food Safety Modernization Act requires companies that manufacture, hold, process or pack food to have a PCQI available. The best way to become a PCQI and to prepare for compliance with the FSMA is to take FSPCA’s Preventive Controls for Human Food training that is recognized by FDA.

Where Are PCQI Training Classes Held?

We host on-site PCQI training near Chicago at the BD Training Centre in Naperville, IL, and online via zoom during various times of the year. You can find a detailed list of courses available below. The 20-hour course extends over two and a half days. We offer on-site training courses for groups with more than seven participants nationwide.

Why Undergo PCQI Training Through BD Food Safety Consultants LLC?

Our PCQI training courses are registered with FSPCA and follow standardized curriculum recognized by FDA as adequate to meet the requirements of Preventive Controls for Human Food rule. We conducted several training sessions for FDA inspectors and know their insight on regulatory requirements and inspections. In addition, all of our instructors have work experience from food and packaging manufacturing facilities that allows them to explain course content using operational examples. The courses cost $699 per person, but we offer a 5% discount to groups of three or four participants and a 10% discount to groups of five or more. Training materials and FSPCA certification fees are included in the course fee.

Contact us to learn more about our FSPCA’s PCQI training in Chicago, and online or to register for a course.