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An FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor may independently offer the current version of the FSPCA core curriculum (FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs Participant Course) directly to participants and issue FSPCA FSVP Certificates of training by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA Participant Courses. ⌂ / FSVP / FSVP Lead Instructor Applicants Criteria Application Training Enroll Materials and Resources What can an FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor do? An FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor may independently offer the current version of the FSPCA core curriculum (FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs Participant Course) directly to participants and issue FSPCA FSVP Certificates of training by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA Participant Courses. How can I become an FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor? Take the necessary prerequisite course: Lead Instructor Applicants must successfully complete the prerequisite FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) Participant Course and be issued an FSPCA certificate of training for the course. This FSPCA certificate number is required to submit an FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor application. Submit an FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor Application: A complete online FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor application must be submitted for review. Your application will be reviewed by the FSPCA Review Committee and evaluated against the selection criteria. You will be notified via email regarding the status of your application. The review process usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete. Enroll in an FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor Course You must meet the enrollment prerequisites to be eligible to enroll in an FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor Course (see the "Enroll" tab for more details). Upon successful completion of the FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor Course, you will be trained to be a Lead Instructor by the FSPCA. Successfully completing this training allows you to deliver the FSPCA FSVP participant course as a Lead Instructor. FSVP LEAD INSTRUCTOR SELECTION CRITERIA Ready to apply? Click on the “Application” tab! Have you successfully completed the prerequisite FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) Participant Course ? FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) Lead Instructor Application Review How to submit an FSPCA Lead Instructor Application . This document provides IMPORTANT information, step-by-step directions, and helpful hints pertaining to the completion of your Lead Instructor Application. APPLY YES You must first successfully complete the prerequisite FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) Participant Course. The FSPCA course certificate number is required on your application. MORE INFORMATION NO Prerequisites Successful completion of the FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs Participant Course Must be an approved FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor applicant to be eligible to enroll Enrollees must attend the entire course Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) Lead Instructor Course This course provides the participant the knowledge and tools needed to perform the duties of a Lead Instructor for the Foreign Supplier Verification Programs Participant Course. The course content is focused on strategies to aid in the effective instruction of the activities and documentation that support the creation and implementation of Foreign Supplier Verification Programs. Administrative tasks for issuing Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance certificates are also covered as well as a refresher on effective presentation for the adult learner. Successful completion of this training allows you to deliver the FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs Participant Course as a Lead Instructor. Ready to enroll? Click on the “Enroll in a Course” tab! IMPORTANT! Before you enroll, please thoroughly review the course information packet. The packet contains step-by-step directions for the enrollment process. Each step must be completed in the order noted to successfully enroll. FSVP Lead Instructor Course Schedule Only approved FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor Candidates are eligible to enroll. Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion. Please review the course information packet for complete details. Download and review the course agenda. It will be important for you to be present at the class for the entire time in order for you to receive your Lead Instructor certificate. Failure to demonstrate understanding of FSPCA training materials through participation in exercises, questions asked, and teach-back observations may result in you not receiving your Lead Instructor certificate. Course may be canceled due to low enrollment . Virtual December 17-19, 2025 FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs Lead Instructor Course $1599.00 USD Course Information Packet Agenda Virtual August 11-13, 2026 FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs Lead Instructor Course $1599.00 USD Course Information Packet Agenda FDA Regulation and Guidance Prior to enrolling in an FSPCA FSVP Combination Course, we strongly recommend that you read FDA’s FSVP regulation and download FDA’s FSV P industry guidance document which typically answers most questions about the FSVP rule. FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook In-Person Delivery: Hard copies of the FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook are provided onsite. Virtual Delivery: After enrollment and completion of prerequisite online modules, electronic course materials are available for download from the course landing page. If a hard copy of the FSPCA FSVP Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook are preferred, an option to purchase will be provided after enrollment.

An FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) Lead Instructor may independently offer the FSPCA standardized curriculum (FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Participant Course) directly to participants and issue FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Certificates of training by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA Participant Courses ⌂ / Intentional Adulteration/ I AVA Lead Instructor Applicants Criteria Application Training Enroll Materials and Resources What can an FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) Lead Instructor do? An FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) Lead Instructor may independently offer the FSPCA standardized curriculum (FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Participant Course) directly to participants and issue FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Certificates of training by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA Participant Courses. How can I become an FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) Lead Instructor? Submit an FSPCA IAVA Lead Instructor Application: You must complete and submit the online IAVA application to be considered as a Lead Instructor Candidate. The application process is highly selective. Applying is no guarantee that you will be accepted as an FSPCA IAVA Lead Instructor, and only the most qualified applicants will be considered as Lead Instructor Candidates. As a component of the application, IAVA Lead Instructor Candidates will be administered a timed exam that tests the applicant’s knowledge of the final rule, “ Mitigation Strategies to Protect Food Against Intentional Adulteration ” (IA rule), and FDA’s IA rule draft guidance , with a particular emphasis on vulnerability assessments. After successful completion of the pre-course assessment, a complete online FSPCA IAVA Lead Instructor application must be submitted for review. Your application will be reviewed by the FSPCA Review Committee and evaluated against the selection criteria. You will be notified via email regarding the status of your application. The review process usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete. Enroll in an FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Combination Course You must meet the enrollment prerequisites to be eligible to enroll in an FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Combination Course (see the "Enroll" tab for more details). Upon successful completion of the FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Combination Course, you will be trained to be a Lead Instructor by the FSPCA. Successfully completing this training allows you to deliver the FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment participant course as a Lead Instructor. IAVA LEAD INSTRUCTOR SELECTION CRITERIA Ready to apply? Click on the “Application” tab! Have you scored an 80% or higher on the IAVA Lead Instructor application exam? Individuals who score less than 80% on the exam may re-take the exam after a period of 90 days from the time/date of their exam. NO You MUST enter this score into your IAVA Lead Instructor application. Review How to submit an FSPCA Lead Instructor Application . This document provides IMPORTANT information, step-by-step directions, and helpful hints pertaining to the completion of your Lead Instructor application. APPLY YES FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) Lead Instructor Application Prerequisites Successful completion of the following FSPCA courses: Intentional Adulteration Key Activity Types course Intentional Adulteration Identification and Explanation of Mitigation Strategies course Must be an approved FSPCA IAVA Lead Instructor applicant to enroll Enrollees must attend the entire course Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion Ready to enroll? Click on the “Enroll in a Course” tab! FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Combination Course This course combines the FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Participant Course and FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Lead Instructor training. The Lead Instructor portion of the course provides the participant with the knowledge and tools needed to perform the duties of an IAVA Lead Instructor for the standardized training curriculum that FDA considers adequate in meeting the requirements for training of a “food defense qualified individual” for conducting a vulnerability assessment under the IA rule. The Lead Instructor course content is focused on strategies to aid in the effective instruction of the food defense activities and documentation that support conducting a vulnerability assessment using the three fundamental elements outlined in the IA rule. Administrative tasks for issuing Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance certificates are also covered as well as a refresher on effective presentation for the adult learner. IMPORTANT! Before you enroll, please thoroughly review the course information packet. The packet contains step-by-step directions for the enrollment process. Each step must be completed in the order noted to successfully enroll. FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Combination Course Schedule Only approved FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Candidates are eligible to enroll. Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion. Please review the course information packet for complete details. Download and review the course agenda. It will be important for you to be present at the class for the entire time in order for you to receive your Lead Instructor certificate. Failure to demonstrate understanding of FSPCA training materials through participation in exercises, questions asked, and teach-back observations may result in you not receiving your Lead Instructor certificate. Course may be canceled due to low enrollment . Virtual June 2-3 (Participant Course) & June 9-10, 2026 (Lead Instructor Training) FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Combination Course $1599.00 USD Course Information Packet Agenda FDA Rules and Guidance Prior to enrolling in an FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Combination Course, we strongly recommend that you re-read the Mitigation Strategies to Protect Food Against Intentional Adulteration regulation (IA rule) as well as the FSPCA IA Vulnerability Assessment Participant Manual v1.0 before attending the course. And, download the IA draft guidance document for reference during the course. The IA rule and guidance documents can be found here . FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook In-Person Delivery: Hard copies of the FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook are provided onsite. Virtual Delivery: After enrollment and completion of prerequisite online modules, electronic course materials are available for download from the course landing page. If hard copies of the FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessment Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook are preferred, an option to purchase will be provided after enrollment.

This course developed by the FSPCA is the “standardized curriculum” recognized by FDA; successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “preventive controls qualified individual. ⌂ / PC Human Food / Preventive Controls Qualified Individual V2.0 Training Enroll in a Course Materials and Resources Who should take the course? Those resp onsible for performing or overseeing the preparation of the food saf e ty plan Version 2.0 Delivery Methods All V2.0 deliveries cover the same exact curriculum in a minimum of 22 contact hours. In stru ctor-Led: Delivered live, in-person, and/or v irtually by Lead Instructors trained by FSPCA. Asynchronous Learning: 100% self-paced online delivery, with no Lead Instructors present physically or virtually. Asynchronous courses are reviewed by FSPCA to ensure curriculum learning objectives and learner engagement requirements are met. Blended: Delivered in two parts. PART 1 is asynchronous learning and PART 2 is Instructor-Led. Both PART 1 and PART 2 must be completed to receive an FSPCA certificate of successful completion. FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF) Version 2.0 Participant Course The Current Good Manufacturing Practices, Hazard Analysis, and Risk-based Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation (referred to as the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation) are intended to ensure safe manufacturing, processing, packing, and holding of food products for human consumption in the United States. The regulation requires that certain activities must be completed by a “Preventive Controls Qualified Individual” who has “successfully completed training in the development and application of risk-based preventive controls” at least equivalent to that received under a standardized curriculum recognized as adequate by FDA or be otherwise qualified through job experience to develop and apply a food safety system”. This course developed by the FSPCA is the “standardized curriculum” recognized by FDA; successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “preventive controls qualified individual.” Ready to enroll? Click on the “Enroll in a Course” tab! ENROLL PCHF V2.0 Participant Course Instructor-Led or Asynchronous Learning FEES VARY* Instructor-led courses are delivered by Lead Instructors trained by FSPCA. Asynchronous learning courses are 100% self-paced online, with no Lead Instructors physically or virtually present. Asynchronous courses are reviewed by FSPCA to ensure curriculum learning objectives and learner engagement requirements are met. Blended Course Both Part 1 (V2.0) and Part 2 (V2.0) must be completed to receive an FSPCA PCHF V2.0 certificate of successful completion. Prior to enrolling, download and review the Course Information and Requirements document by clicking on the orange bar below. COURSE INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS Not sure if asynchronous learning is right for you? A free trial of PART 1 of the Blended Course is available. This will give you an idea of how the course is put together. ENROLL PC HF V2.0 Participant Course Part 1 Asynchronous Learning $299.00 USD ENROLL PCHF V2.0 Participant Course Part 2 Instructor-Led FEES VARY* *Course fees are set by the individual provider. FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Manual V2.0 (Click on the image to download a PDF) English Spanish Prefer a hardcopy? FSPCA BOOKSTORE Participant Manual (English) Exercise Workbook (English) AMAZON Participant Manual (English, Spanish) Exercise Workbook (English, Spanish) PCHF V2.0 Workaids: Forms and worksheets that help a PCQI develop a food safety plan and recall plan. • Recall Plan Template • Food Safety Plan Worksheets Additional PCHF V2.0 Resources PCHF Food Facility Type and Applicable Regulations Table Common Process and Facility Related Hazards

An FSPCA Animal Food Lead Instructor may independently offer the current version of the FSPCA standardized curriculum (FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Participant Course) directly to participants and issue FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Certificates of training by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA Participant Courses. ⌂ / PC Human Food / PCHF Lead Instructor Applicants Criteria Application Training Enroll Materials and Resources What can an FSPCA Human Food Lead Instructor do? An FSPCA Human Food Lead Instructor may independently offer the current version of the FSPCA standardized curriculum (FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course) directly to participants and issue FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Certificates of training by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA Participant Courses. How can I become an FSPCA Human Food Lead Instructor? Take the necessary prerequisite course: Lead Instructor Applicants must successfully complete the prerequisite FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF) Version 2.0 Participant Course and be issued an FSPCA certificate of training for the course. This FSPCA certificate number is required to submit an FSPCA Human Food Lead Instructor application . Submit an FSPCA Human Food Lead Instructor Application: Lead Instructor Applicants will be administered a timed pre-course assessment that tests the applicant’s knowledge of the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation. Individuals must score an 80% or higher on the assessment in order to proceed with the Lead Instructor application. Individuals who score below an 80% on the assessment will be required to wait 7 days before retaking the assessment. This will allow time to study the regulation and the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food curriculum. There is no limit to how many times the assessment can be taken until a passing score is achieved. After successful completion of the pre-course assessment, a complete online FSPCA Human Food Lead Instructor application must be submitted for review. Your application will be reviewed by the FSPCA Review Committee and evaluated against the selection criteria. You will be notified via email regarding the status of your application. The review process usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete. Enroll in an FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course You must meet the enrollment prerequisites to be eligible to enroll in an FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course (see the "Enroll" tab for more details). Upon successful completion of the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course, you will be trained to be a Lead Instructor by the FSPCA. Successfully completing this training allows you to deliver the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 participant course as a Lead Instructor. PCHF LEAD INSTRUCTOR SELECTION CRITERIA Ready to apply? Click on the “Application” tab! Have you successfully completed the prerequisite FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 participant course? You must first successfully complete the prerequisite FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food participant course. The FSPCA course certificate number is required on your application. MORE INFORMATION NO Review How to submit an FSPCA Lead Instructor Application . This document provides IMPORTANT information, step-by-step directions, and helpful hints to complete and successfully submit your Lead Instructor Application. APPLY YES FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF) Lead Instructor Application Prerequisites Successful completion of the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF) Version 2.0 participant course Must be an approved FSPCA PCHF Lead Instructor applicant to enroll Enrollees must attend the entire course Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course This course provides the participant the knowledge and tools needed to perform the duties of a Lead Instructor for the standardized training curriculum that FDA considers adequate in meeting the requirements for training of a preventive controls qualified individual under the Hazard Analysis and Risk-based Preventive Controls for Human Food rule. The course content is focused on strategies to aid in the effective instruction of the food safety activities and documentation that support the creation and implementation of a preventive controls Food Safety Plan. Administrative tasks for issuing Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance certificates are also covered, as well as a refresher on effective presentation for the adult learner. Successful completion of this training allows you to deliver the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 participant course as a Lead Instructor. Ready to enroll? Click on the “Enroll in a Course” tab! IMPORTANT! Before you enroll, please thoroughly review the course information packet. The packet contains step-by-step directions for the enrollment process. Each step must be completed in the order noted to successfully enroll. Human Food Lead Instructor Course Schedule Only approved FSPCA Human Food Lead Instructor Candidates who have the necessary course prerequisites, and who have successfully completed the enrollment prerequisites, are eligible to enroll. Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion. Please review the course information packet for complete details. Download and review the course agenda. It will be important for you to be present at the class for the entire time in order for you to receive your Lead Instructor certificate. Failure to demonstrate understanding of FSPCA training materials through participation in exercises, questions asked, and teach-back observations may result in you not receiving your Lead Instructor certificate. Course may be canceled due to low enrollment . Virtual March 30 - April 2, 2026 FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course $1599.00 USD Course Information Packet Agenda Virtual June 15-18, 2026 FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course $1599.00 USD Course Information Packet Agenda Virtual September 8-11, 2026 FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course $1599.00 USD Course Information Packet Agenda Virtual December 9-12, 2025 SOLD OUT FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course $1599.00 USD Course Information Packet Agenda FDA Rules and Guidance Prior to enrolling in an FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF) Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course, we strongly recommend that you re-read FDA’s Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation as well as your FSPCA PCHF Version 2.0 participant manual. And, download FDA’s Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food: Guidance for Industry draft guidance (including Appendix 1) for reference during the course. FDA rules and guidance documents can be found here . FSPCA PCHF Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook In-Person Delivery: Hard copies of the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook are provided onsite. Virtual Delivery: After enrollment and completion of prerequisite online modules, electronic course materials are available for download from the course landing page. If a hard copy of the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook are preferred, an option to purchase will be provided after enrollment.

Stay tuned for upcoming webinars hosted by FSPCA! Explore cutting-edge topics in food safety and gain valuable insights from industry experts. Don't miss out on these informative sessions—register now to secure your spot. Registration Is Open! The 9th FSPCA Annual Conference will be held in person on November 18-19, 2025 at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center REGISTER NOW INFORMATION PACKET & AGENDA Past FSPCA Annual Conference Presentations 2024 PRESENTATIONS 2023 PRESENTATIONS 2022 PRESENTATIONS 2021 PRESENTATIONS Past FSPCA Webinars 2023 WEBINARS 2024 WEBINARS 14 MAR FDA Data Dashboards Located on the FSPCA Instructor Resource Portals (log in required) PRESENTATION 22 APR Enhancing Your FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF) V2.0 Participant Course with the Fettuccini Teaching Example Located on the FSPCA Human Food V2.0 Instructor Resource Portal (log in required) PRESENTATION 18 JUNE Instructor Essentials for the Updated FSPCA PCHF V2.0 Blended Participant Course Located on the FSPCA Human Food V2.0 Instructor Resource Portal (log in required) PRESENTATION Past SSA Webinars 26 JUNE Sprout Safety Alliance (SSA) Webinar: Updates to the FDA Guidance for Sprout Growers PRESENTATION RECORDING

⌂ / FTR / FTR Lead Instructor Applicants Criteria Application Training Enroll Materials and Resources What can an FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Lead Instructor do? An FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Lead Instructor may independently offer the FSPCA core curriculum (FSPCA Food Traceability Rule – Training for the Food Industry participant course) directly to participants and have FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) certificates of training issued by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA participant courses. How can I become an FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Lead Instructor? Submit an FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor Application: You must complete and submit the online FTR application to be considered as a Lead Instructor Candidate. Applying is no guarantee that you will be accepted as an FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor, only the most qualified applicants will be considered as Lead Instructor Candidates. Your application will be reviewed by the FSPCA Review Committee and evaluated against the selection criteria. You will be notified via email regarding the status of your application. The review process usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete. Enroll in an FSPCA FTR Combination Course This course combines the FSPCA FTR participant course and FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor training. Upon successful completion of the FSPCA FTR Combination Course, you will be trained as an FTR Lead Instructor by the FSPCA. Successfully completing this training allows you to deliver the FSPCA FTR participant course as a Lead Instructor. FTR LEAD INSTRUCTOR SELECTION CRITERIA Ready to apply? Click on the “Application” tab! FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Lead Instructor Application Before beginning your application, we encourage you to download and review How to submit an FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor Application . This document provides IMPORTANT information, step-by-step directions, and helpful hints for successful submission of your Lead Instructor application. Note: Users must log in or create an account in the FSPCA Community to begin the application process. APPLY Prerequisites Must be an approved FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor applicant to enroll Enrollees must attend the entire course Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Combination Course This course combines the FSPCA FTR participant course and FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor training. The FSPCA FTR participant course is a core, industry-oriented training that provides participants with the knowledge that is needed to understand and comply with the FTR. The participant course content is focused on providing the learner with an understanding of FTR record keeping requirements, how to recognize the requirements applicable to them based on the supply chain activities they perform, how traceability data is transmitted through the supply chain, and what is required in a Traceability Plan. The training also covers how companies may approach establishing a traceability program, including supply chain and data considerations. The Lead Instructor course content is focused on strategies to aid in the effective instruction of FTR activities and documentation that support considerations for implementing a traceability program outlined in the FTR rule. Administrative tasks for FSPCA FTR certificate issuance are also covered as well as a refresher on effective presentation for the adult learner. Ready to enroll? Click on the “Enroll in a Course” tab! IMPORTANT! Before you enroll, please thoroughly review the course information packet. The packet contains step-by-step directions for the enrollment process. Each step must be completed in the order noted to successfully enroll. Is a virtual option available for the full 4-day combination course? No, the full 4-day combination course is currently offered in person only. FSPCA plans to evaluate the need and, if warranted, develop a virtual option in mid to late 2026. FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Combination Course Schedule Only approved FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor Candidates (those with an approved FTR Lead Instructor application) are eligible to enroll. Download and review the course agenda. It will be important for you to be present at the class for the entire time for you to receive your Lead Instructor certificate. The Lead Instructor portion of the course includes a Practicum “teach back” where each person will be asked to present a lesson from the curriculum (in English) to demonstrate your instructor skills and understanding of the FSPCA training materials. Failure to demonstrate instructor skills and an understanding of FSPCA training materials through participation in exercises, questions asked and teach back observations may result in you not receiving your Lead Instructor certificate. Remediation fees may apply. Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion. Please review the course information packet for complete details. Course may be canceled due to low enrollment. In-Person December 2-5, 2025 FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Combination Course Institute for Food Safety and Health, Bedford Park IL $1899 USD Course Information Packet Agenda In-Person January 27-30, 2026 FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Combination Course Publix Distribution Center, Orlando, FL $1899 USD Course Information Packet Agenda In-Person February 24-27, 2026 FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Combination Course North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC $1899 USD Course Information Packet Agenda Virtual and In-Person FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Combination Course This 4-day course combines the FSPCA FTR participant course and FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor training. Date Options Sold Out: November 3-4 (virtual participant course) & November 20-21 (in-person Lead Instructor training) Sold Out: November 6-7 (virtual participant course) & November 20-21 (in-person Lead Instructor training) Sold Out: November 12-13 (virtual participant course) & November 20-21 (in-person Lead Instructor training) This course is open to approved FTR Lead Instructor candidates only. You must attend both the participant course and Lead Instructor training. $1899 USD Course Information Packet Agenda FDA Regulation and Guidance Prior to enrolling in an FSPCA FTR Combination Course, we strongly recommend that you re-read the Food Traceability Final Rule (FTR) as well as other available FTR-related guidance. The FTR rule and guidance documents can be found here: Food Traceability Final Rule (FTR): Federal Register: Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods Food Traceability Final Rule Webpage: FSMA Final Rule on Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods | FDA FTR Frequently Asked Questions: Frequently Asked Questions: FSMA Food Traceability Rule | FDA FTR Small Entity Compliance Guide: Small Entity Compliance Guide: Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods: What You Need to Know About the FDA Regulation | FDA FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor Guide In-Person Delivery: A hard copy of the FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor Guide is provided onsite. Virtual Delivery: After enrollment and completion of prerequisite online modules, electronic course materials are available for download from the course landing page. If a hard copy of the FSPCA FTR Lead Instructor Guide is preferred, an option to purchase will be provided after enrollment.

The Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) is a broad-based public-private alliance of industry, academia, and government stakeholders. It was established in late 2011 by a grant from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to the Illinois Institute of Technology’s Institute for Food Safety and Health (IIT IFSH). THE FOOD SAFETY PREVENTIVE CONTROLS ALLIANCE The Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) is the most trusted source of education and training programs for U.S. food manufacturers, importers, foreign suppliers, and food safety professionals around the world wanting to understand and use one or more of the prevention-oriented standards of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Upcoming FSPCA Events Dec 9-12 FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Version 2.0 Lead Instructor Course Nov 18-19 FSPCA Annual Conference November FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) Combination Course Dec, Jan, Feb In-Person FTR Combo Courses in December, January, and February are Open for Enrollment 2026 Mark Your Calendar: FSPCA Lead Instructor Training Schedule Released! Current FSPCA News Food Traceability Rule Curriculum As with any new FSPCA curricula, FSPCA will not be accepting any asynchronous course review requests. FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF) Version 1.2 curriculum retired on June 30, 2025 FDA FSMA Related News FDA Intends to Extend Compliance Date for Food Traceability Rule FDA to Revoke Authorization for the Use of Red No. 3 in Food and Ingested Drugs Cat and Dog Food Manufacturers Required to Consider H5N1 in Food Safety Plans Metrics (as of October 1, 2025) 150 FSPCA Lead Instructor courses completed 3090 Successfully trained Lead Instructors from 80 countries 16518 FSPCA pa rticipant c ourses de livered by FSPCA Lead Instructors 181718 Personnel from 152 countries have been trained on FSMA regulations

FSPCA Metrics provides comprehensive metrics and analytics solutions tailored for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) requirements. FSPCA Metrics Published 10/1/25 September 2025 FSPCA Metrics SEE METRICS Published 9/3/25 August 2025 FSPCA Metrics SEE METRICS Published 8/6/25 July 2025 FSPCA Metrics SEE METRICS ALL METRICS

FSPCA Animal Food Lead Instructor may independently offer the current version of the FSPCA standardized curriculum (FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Participant Course) directly to participants and issue FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Certificates of training by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA Participant Courses. ⌂ / PC Animal Food / PCAF Lead Instructor Applicants Criteria Application Training Enroll Materials and Resources What can an FSPCA Animal Food Lead Instructor do? An FSPCA Animal Food Lead Instructor may independently offer the current version of the FSPCA standardized curriculum (FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Participant Course) directly to participants and issue FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Certificates of training by following FSPCA policies to register and deliver FSPCA Participant Courses. How can I become an FSPCA Animal Food Lead Instructor? Take the necessary prerequisite course: Lead Instructor Applicants must successfully complete the prerequisite FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Participant Course, and be issued an FSPCA certificate of training for the course. This FSPCA certificate number is required to submit an FSPCA Anima l Food Lead Instructor application. Submit an FSPCA Animal Food Lead Instructor Application: A complete online FSPCA Animal Food Lead Instructor application must be submitted for review. Your application will be reviewed by the FSPCA Review Committee and evaluated against the selection criteria. You will be notified via email regarding the status of your application. The review process usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete. Enroll in an FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Lead Instructor Course You must meet the enrollment prerequisites to be eligible to enroll in an FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Lead Instructor Course (see the "Enroll" tab for more details). Upon successful completion of the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Instructor Course, you will be trained to be a Lead Instructor by the FSPCA. Successfully completing this training allows you to deliver the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food participant course as a Lead Instructor. PCAF LEAD INSTRUCTOR SELECTION CRITERIA Ready to apply? Click on the “Application” tab! Have you successfully completed the prerequisite FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food participant course? FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food (PCAF) Lead Instructor Application You must first successfully complete the prerequisite FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food participant course. The FSPCA course certificate number is required on your application. MORE INFORMATION NO Review How to submit an FSPCA Lead Instructor Application . This document provides IMPORTANT information, step-by-step directions, and helpful hints pertaining to the completion of your Lead Instructor Application. APPLY YES Prerequisites Successful completion of the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Course Must be an approved FSPCA PCA F Lead Instructor applicant to enroll Enrollees must attend the entire course Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Lead Instructor Course This course provides the participant the knowledge and tools needed to perform the duties of a Lead Instructor for the standardized training curriculum that FDA considers adequate in meeting the requirements for training of a preventive controls qualified individual under the Hazard Analysis and Risk-based Preventive Controls for Animal Food rule. The course content is focused on strategies to aid in the effective instruction of the food safety activities and documentation that support the creation and implementation of a preventive controls Food Safety Plan. Administrative tasks for issuing Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance certificates are also covered as well as a refresher on effective presentation for the adult learner. Successful completion of this training allows you to deliver the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food participant course as a Lead Instructor. Ready to enroll? Click on the “Enroll in a Course” tab! IMPORTANT! Before you enroll, please thoroughly review the course information packet. The packet contains step-by-step directions for the enrollment process. Each step must be completed in the order noted to successfully enroll. Animal Food Lead Instructor Course Schedule Only approved FSPCA Animal Food Lead Instructor Candidates are eligible to enroll. Other prerequisites may apply at FSPCA's discretion. Please review the course information packet for complete details. Download and review the course agenda. It will be important for you to be present at the class for the entire time in order for you to receive your Lead Instructor certificate. Failure to demonstrate understanding of FSPCA training materials through participation in exercises, questions asked, and teach-back observations may result in you not receiving your Lead Instructor certificate. Course may be canceled due to low enrollment . Virtual October 6-10, 2025 FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Lead Instructor Course $1599.00 USD Course Information Packet Agenda FSPCA PCAF Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook In-Person Delivery: Hard copies of the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Food Lead Instructor Guide and Exercise Workbook are provided onsite.

Once you successfully complete FSPCA IAVA Lead Instructor training, you have the option to have your name added to the public list of Lead Instructors for the FSPCA by updating your FSPCA Profile. ⌂ / Intentional Adulteration / IAVA Lead Instructors Instructor Resource Portal IAVA Materials Register, Edit, or Cancel a Course Network IAVA Instructor Resource Portal All electronic course materials and templates needed to deliver your FSPCA IAVA Participant Course can be found on the IAVA Instructor Resource Portal (log in required). Download step-by-step instructions for accessing the IAVA Instructor Resource Portal or watch the video tutorial. Helpful Hints Your login information for the IAVA Instructor Resource Portal (where you access Lead Instructor Resources) and the FSPCA (where you register your courses) may be different. The Instructor Resource Portal is updated frequently. We recommend you check the Portal for updates before each course. Register an IAVA Participant Course Review FSPCA Policy 0017 and 0017a (Participant Course Registration and Delivery Policies), found on the IAVA Instructor Resource Portal . This policy outlines the requirements FSPC A Lead Instructors must follow to register and deliver the FSPCA IAVA participant courses. FSPCA has requirements regarding advertising an FSPCA IAVA participant course. For details, review FSPCA Requirements for Successfully Advertising Your IAVA Course. You must log into the FSPCA to register a course. Be sure to have course details on hand. LOG IN Course Edits and Cancellations After a course is registered, very few edits will be allowed. In most instances, you will be required to cancel the course in question and resubmit a new course registration form. You MAY NOT: Change the planned modification to the course Change the total hours Change the Lead Instructor's name Change the start and end dates In extenuating circumstances, please contact fspca@illinoistech.edu . We will assess the situation and determine if edits can be accommodated. Course edits and cancellations must be submitted via the FSPCA Technical Assistance Network (TAN) and the course registration number (REG-000000) must be referenced. Course registration must be submitted at least two weeks before the course start date IAVA Participant Course: 6.5 contact hours* required * Contact hours do not include breaks or lunch Reminders Add Your Name to the FSPCA Lead Instructor List Once you successfully complete FSPCA IAVA Lead Instructor training, you have the option to have your name added to the public list of Lead Instructors for the FSPCA by updating your FSPCA Profile. Your name will NOT be added unless you opt in and update your profile. DIRECTIONS UPDATE PROFILE Join the IAVA Lead Instructor Private Chatter Group The IAVA Lead Instructor Private Chatter Group is a forum for IAVA Lead Instructors to interact, get updates, and exchange information. It is NOT a forum to ask rule interpretation questions. Questions regarding the rule should be directed to the FDA FSMA Technical Assistance Network (TAN) . DIRECTIONS JOIN Lead Instructor Guide: F or Lead Instructors Only! DO NOT share with your course participants. You can download an electronic version from the IAVA Instructor Resource Portal (login required) or you may purchase a hard copy by contacting FSPCA@ifpti.org . Participant Manual and Exercise Workbook You can download electronic versions from the IAVA Instructor Resource Portal (login required) or you many purchase hard copies from either the FSPCA Lead Instructor Bookstore (link located in the IAVA Instructor Resource Portal - log in required) or the FSPCA Amazon Bookstore . A watermarked, public version of the FSPCA IA Conducting Vulnerability Assessments Participant Manual v1.0 (English) is available as well.

A highly-skilled and dedicated management team oversees the daily FSPCA activities and administrative duties. The FSPCA Management team works closely with volunteer leaders to implement the organization’s mission. FSPCA Management A highly-skilled and dedicated management team oversees the daily FSPCA activities and administrative duties. The FSPCA Management team works closely with volunteer leaders to implement the organization’s mission. BRIAN SCHANEBERG Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) JASON WAN Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) GERALD WOJTALA International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI) STEVEN MANDERNACH Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) BRIAN SCHANEBERG Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) JASON WAN Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) GERALD WOJTALA International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI) STEVEN MANDERNACH Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) BRIAN SCHANEBERG Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) JASON WAN Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) GERALD WOJTALA International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI) STEVEN MANDERNACH Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) BRIAN SCHANEBERG Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) JASON WAN Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) GERALD WOJTALA International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI) STEVEN MANDERNACH Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) BRIAN SCHANEBERG Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) JASON WAN Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) GERALD WOJTALA International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI) STEVEN MANDERNACH Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) BRIAN SCHANEBERG Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) JASON WAN Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) GERALD WOJTALA International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI) STEVEN MANDERNACH Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) BRIAN SCHANEBERG Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) JASON WAN Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) GERALD WOJTALA International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI) STEVEN MANDERNACH Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) BRIAN SCHANEBERG Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) JASON WAN Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) GERALD WOJTALA International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI) STEVEN MANDERNACH Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO)

The FSPCA Executive Advisory Board (EAB) comprises members representing the food industry, academia, and state regulatory. Governance, policy and strategic direction are determined by the EAB in support of the FSPCA’s mission. Executive Advisory Board (EAB) The FSPCA Executive Advisory Board (EAB) comprises members representing the food industry, academia and state regulatory. Governance, policy and strategic direction are determined by the EAB in support of the FSPCA’s mission. MARTIN BUCKNAVAGE Penn State Department of Food Science CLAUDIA COLES Seafood Products Association (SPA) BERIT FOSS National Grain and Feed Association KATHY GOMBAS FSMA Solutions CHRIS LINCECUM Cooperative Farmers Elevator MODESTAR LIYOKHO Irca Group Americas TANIA MARTINEZ Demos Global Group, Inc. JUAN L. SILVA Mississippi State University KATHERINE SIMON Minnesota Department of Agriculture: Food & Feed Safety Division JENNIFER THOMAS Human Foods Program, FDA MARTIN BUCKNAVAGE Penn State Department of Food Science CLAUDIA COLES Seafood Products Association (SPA) BERIT FOSS National Grain and Feed Association KATHY GOMBAS FSMA Solutions CHRIS LINCECUM Cooperative Farmers Elevator MODESTAR LIYOKHO Irca Group Americas TANIA MARTINEZ Demos Global Group, Inc. JUAN L. SILVA Mississippi State University KATHERINE SIMON Minnesota Department of Agriculture: Food & Feed Safety Division JENNIFER THOMAS Human Foods Program, FDA MARTIN BUCKNAVAGE Penn State Department of Food Science CLAUDIA COLES Seafood Products Association (SPA) BERIT FOSS National Grain and Feed Association KATHY GOMBAS FSMA Solutions CHRIS LINCECUM Cooperative Farmers Elevator MODESTAR LIYOKHO Irca Group Americas TANIA MARTINEZ Demos Global Group, Inc. JUAN L. SILVA Mississippi State University KATHERINE SIMON Minnesota Department of Agriculture: Food & Feed Safety Division JENNIFER THOMAS Human Foods Program, FDA