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Graduate in 50 weeks with the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Diploma
Behind every safe product is a structured system of testing, monitoring, and compliance.
This 50-Week Food Safety and Quality Assurance Diploma Program prepares students with the practical skills needed to support food safety systems and quality operations in production environments.
Through a combination of theory, lab training, and an industry placement, students learn how to sample food, perform routine testing, follow safety protocols, and maintain accurate documentation required for audits and inspections.
- Learn proper food sampling and handling techniques
- Understand HACCP-based food safety systems
- Perform basic laboratory and quality testing procedures
- Support sanitation and contamination prevention processes
- Interpret data and maintain compliance documentation
- Understand Canadian food safety regulations
- Gain real-world experience through placement
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Be part of the systems that protect consumers every day
Food safety professionals play an important role in ensuring that products meet strict safety and quality standards before reaching consumers.
Oxford College prepares students with the technical knowledge and hands-on experience needed to support quality assurance teams, laboratory functions, and production operations in food environments.
You’ll graduate ready to step into roles where precision, consistency, and accountability matter every day.
The benefits of becoming a Food Safety and Quality Professional
Food production relies on strict processes to prevent contamination, maintain quality, and meet regulatory standards.
This program focuses on the real tasks carried out in food production environments, such as monitoring production lines, collecting samples, supporting audits, and documenting results.
Graduates develop the ability to work within structured systems, follow protocols, and help maintain safe, consistent food products.
Build Your Knowledge in Food Safety and Quality
- Food sampling and safe handling practices
- Basic food testing techniques and equipment use
- Food microbiology and contamination awareness
- HACCP principles and preventative control systems
- Cleaning, sanitation, and GMP standards
- Food laws, labeling, and regulatory requirements
- Documentation, reporting, and data tracking
- Food chemistry and analysis fundamentals
- Quality control processes in production environments
- Inspection readiness and audit support
Food safety professionals are essential to the industry
Food manufacturers and processors must meet strict regulatory requirements and maintain consistent quality standards.
From production lines to laboratories, organizations depend on trained professionals who can monitor processes, identify risks, and maintain accurate records.
As food systems continue to scale and regulations evolve, the demand for individuals with practical food safety knowledge remains strong.
Many Unique Benefits
50 weeks of focused food safety and quality training
1000 hours of theory, lab work, and placement experience
Hands-on training in sampling, testing, and sanitation
Exposure to real production and quality control environments
Structured learning aligned with industry standards
Placement experience supporting workplace readiness
Flexible Program Options
This program follows a structured progression, starting with foundational food science concepts before advancing into safety systems, testing, and quality assurance processes.
Students gain both theoretical understanding and practical experience through labs and applied learning. The placement component allows students to experience real production and quality environments firsthand.
Key learnings
Upon successful completion of the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Diploma (FSQA) program, you will be able to:
- Apply safe food handling and sampling procedures
- Support HACCP-based food safety systems
- Conduct basic testing and quality checks
- Maintain accurate production and compliance records
- Understand food safety regulations and inspection processes
- Identify contamination risks and support prevention strategies
- Assist in sanitation and quality monitoring activities
- Work effectively within food production and quality teams
Real-World experience — professional field application
Students gain hands-on experience through lab-based learning and structured activities that simulate real food production environments.
The placement component provides direct exposure to workplace operations, allowing students to participate in monitoring, documentation, and quality support activities under supervision.
Countless Career Opportunities
Upon completion, you may find employment as a:
- Quality Control Technician
- Food Safety Technician
- Quality Assurance Assistant
- Laboratory Assistant (Food/Chemistry/Microbiology)
- Production Technician
- Packaging Technician
With experience, graduates may progress into advanced quality assurance or food safety coordination roles.
Employment Outlook
Food safety and quality roles are consistently in demand across the manufacturing and processing industries.
Employers look for individuals who understand safety systems, can follow structured procedures, and maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance.
As regulatory expectations remain high, trained professionals continue to be valuable in maintaining safe and efficient food production systems.
Program details
The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Diploma Program prepares students to work in environments where food safety, consistency, and compliance are important.
Students learn how to support production processes, conduct routine testing, maintain records, and contribute to quality assurance systems used in food manufacturing.
Key areas include food science, microbiology, sanitation, safety systems, and regulatory compliance.
Course Listings: Food Safety and Quality Assurance
- Essential Skills II
- Canadian Food Safety Law and Regulation
- Principles of Food Science
- Food Chemistry
- Hazard Analysis and Preventive Controls
- Food Microbiology
- Principles of Food Safety and Quality Assurance
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Food Safety Engineering
- Placement
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
OR
Mature Student Status with Wonderlic SLE-17
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you a superior fast-track education.
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training.
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training.
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs, making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process.
Testimonials
“ Joining Oxford College was one of the greatest decisions I have made and I feel so fortunate to be one of your students. I’m really enjoying your virtual classes, you are an amazing and inspiring mentor. The style and method of your teaching tells me that I’m on the right track towards my potential career. “
-Abdelgadir Gadam, Oxford College Graduate