Masterclass In Antimicrobial Stewardship Policy For Food Businesses

This online masterclass, lasting 1-2 hours, is designed to equip food industry professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to develop and implement an effective antimicrobial stewardship policy, thereby contributing to public health, animal welfare, and sustainable business practices.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR

This course is ideal for:

• Food industry professionals, including those working in retail, food service, supply, processing, and farming integrations.
• Individuals looking to champion public health and animal welfare through responsible antibiotic use.
• Businesses aiming to mitigate systemic risks associated with antibiotic misuse in agriculture.

COURSE CONTENT

1. The Importance of Antibiotic Stewardship: the role of the food industry in mitigating AMR risks.
2. Supply chain and stakeholder mapping and engagement
3. Constructing an Antimicrobial Stewardship Policy: including case studies and examples from leading food brands.
4. Critiquing Existing Policies
5. Assignment: Drafting a New Policy
6. Expert Insights: contributions from international leaders in academia, research, industry, and policy. 

YOUR NEW SKILLS
By the end of this course you should be able to:

• Understanding antibiotic stewardship and its significance in reducing antibiotic resistance.
• Understanding the nature of the supply chains
• Understanding the stakeholders involved
• Analyse and critique of current company policies on antibiotic use.
• Identify strengths and areas for improvement.
• Craft effective antimicrobial stewardship policies for food businesses.
• Apply knowledge to real-world scenarios through interactive tasks.
• Develop practical strategies for policy implementation.
• Enhance problem-solving skills in food industry contexts.

CERTIFICATION
Certificate Issuance: A certificate of completion is immediately issued to those who pass the exam.

WHEN CAN I START
This online course is self-paced, which means you can start it anytime and go through the material at your own speed.

WHAT DO I NEED TO START THE COURSE
To start the course, you'll need internet access and a mobile, laptop, computer, or tablet. This course is designed for mobile phones, so you'll have a better learning experience using a mobile. Use Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari for the best results.

DO I GET A CERTIFICATE
Yes, once you complete the exam, you will get a certificate in your Achievements area.