The Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences (FBNS) Department offers numerous training and educational opportunities. The information below includes in-person and virtual (live) opportunities in support of new food safety regulations regarding the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Training Course Version 2.0
NC State Extension is offering the newly updated FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0.
The updated version of this curriculum addresses important updates in FDA guidance documents; important knowledge that PCQIs will need to keep their Food Safety Plans up-to-date.
In addition to FDA guidance updates, other updates in Version 2.0 include:
- Updated references, e.g., RFR, CDC
- Streamlined sections, reduced redundancy
- Better supports development of key concepts
- Expanded examples to better support application by small and mid-sized producers
- Gain recognition as an approved HACCP-based curriculum
| Date | Location | Registration |
| Next PCQI Training dates coming soon for late-summer, fall 2026 |
All available Preventive Controls training courses for Human and Animal food can be found on the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) website.
Navigating Your Food Business: A Success Series
Webinar Series
| Date | Topic | Speaker Insight | 1-2pm Webinar Session: Registration URL | 6-7pm Webinar Session: Registration URL |
| May 6, 2026 | 'Got To Be NC' Marketing Program | NCDA's Marketing Division | Registration Link | Registration Link |
| May 13, 2026 | Marketing & Competitive Analysis: Standing Out in NC's Food Scene | NC Extension: Jennifer Badger and the EMFS Project | Registration Link | Registration Link |
| May 20, 2026 | Grant Writing and Funds for Food Businesses | NC Extension: Traci Dixon and Kittrane Sanders | Registration Link | Registration Link |
| May 27, 2026 | Business Preparation: Taxes, licenses and other considerations | EDPNC | Registration Link | Registration Link |
| June 3, 2026 | Food Labeling: Do's, Don'ts and Details | NC Extension: Kate Nicholas | Registration Link | Registration Link |
| June 10, 2026 | Retail Foods: Restaurants, Food Trucks and more | NC Extension: Ellen Shumaker | Registration Link | Registration Link |
| June 17, 2026 | Expanding Your Food Business: Preparing for a 3rd Party Audit | NC Extension | Registration Link | Registration Link |
In-Person Events and Networking
| Date & Time | Location | Registration URL |
| May 5, 2026 | Wake County | Registration Link |
| More dates to come! | ||
Frontline Employee Food Safety Training
All Frontline events listed below are virtual events and are hosted free of charge in Spring 2026!
Educational materials for Frontline program are available in English and Spanish.
| Date | Language | Registration |
| April 16, 2026: 1-3pm | Hosted in Spanish | Registration Link |
| April 17, 2026: 1-3pm | Hosted in English | Registration Link |
| May 21, 2026: 1-3pm | Hosted in Spanish | Registration Link |
| May 22, 2026: 1-3pm | Hosted in English | Registration Link |
Frontline Employee Train the Trainer
Please contact our Office if you are interested in using the Frontline Training at your facility. We can set-up a train the trainer session for your company, area, or industry!
Other training for Food Processors
Additional food safety trainings will populate here when registration is open.
If you are seeking training such as Sanitation Controls, Environmental Monitoring training, employee training, or other topics, please reach out to Lynette Johnston to learn more about how the Food Safety Extension Lab can serve you.
Produce Safety Rule Trainings
Find details and registration for all upcoming produce safety rule trainings hosted by NC State University Extension at the NC Fresh Produce Safety website
All upcoming Produce Safety Rule training courses can be found on the national Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) website.
Online Food Safety Education & Training
N.C. State University has designed food safety training for management, technical personnel and workers in the food industry, government and non-governmental organizations, you can earn CEUs or certifications for successful completion of many of the program sessions.
Enhance your skills and stay on top of quality and safety in the operation of your food and beverage facility.
