Understanding Food Labeling Regulations

This interactive, self-paced course provides critical information about FDA food labeling regulations and other subjects related to commercially produced products made by food companies of all sizes. 

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• First-time users will need to respond to a confirmation email from Canvas Catalog.  
• Use the Outreach Login option to log in, unless you have OKey credentials.
• Contact the OSU IT Helpdesk if you need assistance.

Intended Audience

This interactive course is designed for both beginning and advanced food industry professionals.

Time Requirements

• Around 4 hours total.
• The course is divided into nine modules that can be completed at your own pace.
• Each module should take approximately 25 minutes to complete.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Compare and contrast different regulations that govern food labels.
• Identify FDA's policy for labeling food products, as well as USDA's policy for meat products.
• Recognize the elements required for a label.
• Identify the purpose of labeling mandatory nutrients.
• Explain the different health claims.
• Apply label properties based on allergens.

Teaching Method

This is an asynchronous, self-paced course.  You will engage in learning activities and take quizzes.  

Outline

• Laws, Regulations and Guidance Documents
• Mandatory Labeling Elements
• Food Allergen Labeling
• Nutrition Labeling
• Trendy Claims and Current Topics
• Health Claims
• Nutrient Content Claims
• Labeling of Special Cases
• Basic Overview of USDA-FSIS Regulations

Completing the Course

• To complete the course, you must access all pages and earn 80% on the assessments.
• Once you have completed the course, you can print a certificate of completion.