#1 TÜV SÜD Food Safety Professional Institute and Cerifications

Purpose : The Certification of Persons “TÜV SÜD Certified Food SafetyProfessional” is a comprehensive scheme that provides assessment and certification for individuals seeking to demonstrate their knowledge and/or competence in food Industry and this knowledge can be applied, internationally anywhere around the world.

Scope: The scope of the scheme is to assess the competency of the candidate who demonstrates knowledge on food safety in professional manner and is certified as per defined criteria. This scheme is developed in compliance with ISO/IEC 17024 for ensuring International Standards for the certification of persons.

Benefits of the Qualification :  The “TÜV SÜD Certified Food Safety Professional program” is designed for both current professionals and those planning to enter the food industry who want to advance their careers in food safety. Upon passing the final assessment, certified individuals are fully equipped to take on vital roles within manufacturing, catering, production, and other relevant sectors. Graduates can serve as integral members of an organization's food safety team, conduct internal organizational audits, and act as trainers to educate the internal workforce on fundamental food safety practices. Please note that while this certification significantly enhances professional capabilities, it does not replace mandatory legal requirements.

Responsibilities of the Certified Personnel : Certified personnel are equipped to take full responsibility and accountability for effectively managing an organization's food safety challenges. They possess a comprehensive understanding of critical requirements, including the terminologies, clauses, and practical industry implementation of key standards such as ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2018, FSSC 22000, and BRCGS. Furthermore, these professionals are deeply knowledgeable in QMS and FSMS principles, process management, and PDCA concepts. Their practical expertise extends to executing proper sampling methodologies, conducting chemical and microbiological food analysis, and implementing crucial protocols for food defense, food fraud, allergens, environmental monitoring, food safety culture, and food labeling. Ultimately, they are well-versed in navigating certifications, accreditations, and all applicable statutory and regulatory compliance requirements.

Eligibility Criteria : To be eligible to apply for this program, candidates must meet specific educational, experiential, and training requirements. Applicants must either have passed their Matriculation or 10+2 along with one year of relevant experience in the food industry, or be currently pursuing or have already completed a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized institution. Additionally, candidates are required to hold formal certificates—both of which must include successful examinations—in Prerequisite Programs (PRP) that comply with statutory, Codex, or ISO/TS 22002.x standards, as well as in Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). Finally, all eligible individuals must have completed a minimum of 600 hours of classroom or virtual training covering the specific topics outlined in the scheme document.

Assessment Procedure : The entire assessment will be carried out through classroom test and online examination. Theoretical assessment with Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) and scenario-based questions will be part of TUV SUD qualification process to check the adequate knowledge of Food Safety. Candidates have to score 70% in all Modules) of online assignments to clear the qualification. If the score is < 70 in any one of the modules, then it is assumed that the candidate is not qualified. The candidate must undergo a re-assessment within six (6) month in that specific module.

Curriculum : The comprehensive syllabus for the TÜV SÜD Certified Food Safety Professional Program is meticulously designed to cover all critical aspects of industry compliance, quality control, and safety management. The curriculum begins with foundational industry terminologies (including FSSC 22000, ISO 9001:2015, and BRCGS) and provides extensive training in the chemical and microbiological analysis of various food sectors and water. Candidates will master the core principles of QMS and FSMS—such as the PDCA cycle, process approach, and risk-based thinking—before diving deep into the complete clauses of the ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018 standards. To address modern industry threats, the program equips professionals with specialized skills in Food Defense (TACCP) and Food Fraud (VACCP) risk assessment, comprehensive Allergen Management, Environmental Monitoring Programs (EMP), and strategies for building a strong Food Safety Culture. Additionally, the coursework covers vital operational topics, including Sustainability and food waste reduction, global Food Labelling, Supply Chain and cold chain management, and robust Crisis Management and root cause analysis. Finally, the program ensures full regulatory readiness by detailing the roles of Certification and Accreditation bodies alongside overarching global legal requirements spanning India (FSSAI), the USFDA, the EU, the Gulf, and Australia/New Zealand.