The FDA trains regulators on food-borne illness and other topics.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration conducts classroom and computer-based training programs on multiple topics related to food and drug safety. It trains its own employees and serves as a leading educator for state, local and international regulatory officials throughout the year.
ORAU
ORAU is the Office of Regulatory Affairs online university. This is the FDA's educational arm. It provides classroom training and web conferences, satellite broadcasts and video conferences. ORA personnel and national and international officials benefit from these courses.
Classroom Training
The FDA conducts courses at locations across the country at no cost. In 2010, for example, the administration offered "Foodborne Illness Investigations" in four locations. Courses carry continuing education credits and can last up to three days. Enrollment is limited.
FDA Employee Training
FDA employees, who have special educational opportunities, access training through the administration's intranet. Employees increase their technological skills through a special project called EduNeering. These courses include segments such as "Principles of Good Documentation" and "Principles of Auditing."
FDA Courses On Loan
Trained state or federal facilitators can borrow courses from the FDA library and present them locally. Facilitators use materials and answer keys then return them after completion. Topics include "The Seafood HACCP Regulatory Training Course" and "The Food Macrobiological Control Course."
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