Certificate in Food Processing Technology

Description

Course Name: Certificate in Food Processing Technology

Course Id: CFPT/Q1001.
Eligibility: 10th Grade(High School) or Equivalent.

Duration: Two Month.

Objective: The objective of this course is to provide learners with essential knowledge and hands-on skills in the technologies and methods involved in food processing, preservation, quality control, and packaging. The course equips participants to work in food processing industries or start their own food processing ventures with a focus on safety and innovation.

 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:

 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.

 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.

 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.

 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.

 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.

 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.

 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.

 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.

 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.

Online Examination Detail:

Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions			Marks Each Question		Total Marks
1	10			5		50
2	5			4		20
3	5			3		15
4	5			2		10
5	5			1		5
	30					100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.		Marks	Grade
1		91-100	O (Outstanding)
2		81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3		71-80	A (Very Good)
4		61-70	B (Good)
5		51-60	C (Average)
6		40-50	P (Pass)
7		0-40	F (Fail)

 Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:

 Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.

 Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.

 Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.

 Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.

 Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.

 Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.

Syllabus

Introduction to Food Processing: Definition and scope of food processing, Importance of food processing in agriculture and economy, History and evolution of food processing, Types of food (perishable, semi-perishable, non-perishable), Objectives of food preservation, Primary vs. secondary processing, Introduction to food processing industries, Overview of food supply chain, Benefits of food processing to consumers and producers, Government initiatives in food processing sector.

Food Preservation Techniques: Principles of food preservation, Thermal processing (pasteurization, sterilization), Refrigeration and freezing techniques, Dehydration and drying methods, Use of chemical preservatives, Canning and bottling, Vacuum and modified atmosphere packaging, Fermentation technology, Irradiation and microwave processing, Emerging preservation technologies.

Processing of Fruits, Vegetables and Cereals: Post-harvest handling and storage, Cleaning, grading and sorting, Juice extraction and concentration, Jam, jelly and pickle production, Vegetable dehydration and freezing, Cereal milling processes (wheat, rice, maize), Bakery product manufacturing, Breakfast cereal production, Fortification of cereals, Quality standards in fruit and cereal products.

Dairy, Meat and Seafood Processing: Milk collection and testing, Pasteurization and homogenization of milk, Cheese, butter and yogurt production, Meat processing and preservation methods, Slaughterhouse hygiene and meat grading, Sausage and canned meat production, Fish preservation and processing techniques, Freezing and packaging of seafood, By-product utilization in dairy and meat industry, Cold chain management.

Food Quality Control and Safety: Introduction to food safety and hygiene, Food contamination and adulteration, HACCP principles and implementation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food safety laws and standards (FSSAI, Codex), Labeling and packaging regulations, Shelf-life testing and stability studies, Sensory evaluation techniques, Use of food additives and preservatives, Laboratory testing and quality assurance methods.

Entrepreneurship and Packaging in Food Processing: Introduction to food business and startups, Business planning and project report preparation, Market analysis and feasibility study, Food marketing and branding strategies, Packaging materials and techniques, Label design and nutritional information, Costing and pricing of food products, Licensing and legal compliance, Government schemes and subsidies, Case studies on successful food processing enterprises.

Career Options After Certificate in Food Processing Technology Program

1. Food Processing Technician

• Role: Operate and monitor food processing machinery such as pasteurizers, sterilizers, dryers, and packaging units.

• Industries: Food processing plants, dairy units, beverage industries.

• Salary Range: ₹1.8 – ₹3.5 lakh per annum

2. Quality Control/Quality Assurance Technician

• Role: Conduct quality tests on raw materials and finished products, ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

• Industries: Food manufacturing units, testing laboratories.

• Salary Range: ₹2 – ₹4.5 lakh per annum

3. Production Supervisor / Operator

• Role: Supervise production activities on the shop floor, manage staff, ensure production targets and quality standards are met.

• Industries: Food processing companies, packaged food manufacturers.

• Salary Range: ₹2.5 – ₹5 lakh per annum

4. Food Safety Officer

• Role: Monitor food safety compliance including hygiene standards, FSSAI regulations, and safety audits.

• Industries: Food processing units, regulatory bodies.

• Salary Range: ₹2.5 – ₹5 lakh per annum

5. Packaging Technician / Supervisor

• Role: Oversee packaging operations ensuring food products are properly packed to preserve freshness and shelf life.

• Industries: Food and beverage companies.

• Salary Range: ₹2 – ₹4 lakh per annum

6. Research and Development (R&D) Assistant

• Role: Support R&D activities such as new product development, testing of food formulations, and process improvement.

• Industries: Food processing companies, research institutions.

• Salary Range: ₹2.5 – ₹5 lakh per annum

7. Sales & Marketing Executive (Food Products)

• Role: Promote and sell processed food products, manage client relationships and distribution channels.

• Industries: Food processing companies, retail chains.

• Salary Range: ₹2.5 – ₹6 lakh per annum (with incentives)

8. Equipment Maintenance Technician

• Role: Maintain and repair machinery used in food processing to ensure smooth operations.

• Industries: Food manufacturing plants.

• Salary Range: ₹2 – ₹4 lakh per annum

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Factors Affecting Salary

• Location: Salaries are generally higher in metro cities and food processing hubs such as Maharashtra, Punjab, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.

• Industry: Large FMCG companies and export-oriented units offer better pay.

• Experience & Certifications: Additional qualifications like FSSAI certification or HACCP training enhance salary potential.

• Role: Supervisory and technical roles tend to offer better remuneration than entry-level positions.

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Summary Table of Salary Range