Food Science6-Week · Foundation

Food Science & FSSAI

Food Science, Safety & FSSAI Essentials is an online six-week foundation course from NNWA (Nutrition & Wellness Academy) covering food science, safety, labelling and FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) essentials for food and wellness businesses. Taught in English and Hindi with mentor support, it awards two certificates.

Food science, safety, labelling and FSSAI essentials for food and wellness businesses.

Duration: 6 Weeks
Level: Foundation
Category: Nutrition & Dietetics

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A verifiable certificate on completion
Live classes in English & Hindi
Lifetime access to the recordings
Mentor support · EMI available

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01Who it is for

Who is the Food Science & FSSAI for?

Food entrepreneurs and home-based food business owners
Cloud kitchen, bakery and packaged-food startup founders
Nutrition and food-technology students wanting practical safety knowledge
Quality and hygiene staff in food and wellness businesses
Anyone needing to understand food labelling and FSSAI basics

A path for every stage

Wherever you're starting from.

New to nutrition
Start with the science — no background needed.
Career switcher
Turn a passion into a real qualification.
Fitness & wellness pro
Add nutrition to what you already offer.
Building a practice
The credential to charge with confidence.

02What you will learn

What does the Food Science & FSSAI cover?

The main areas the course covers, set out in advance so you can weigh it against anything else you are considering.

01
Food Science Basics
The composition, spoilage and preservation of everyday foods.
02
Food Safety and Hygiene
Safe handling, storage and preparation practices that prevent contamination.
03
FSSAI Essentials
The role of FSSAI and what food businesses must comply with in India.
04
Food Labelling
Reading and creating compliant labels, including nutrition and ingredient information.
05
Preservation and Additives
How preservatives, additives and packaging keep food safe and stable.
06
Quality Standards
Basic quality control and standards that keep food products safe and consistent.

You have seen the syllabus — now make it count

A verifiable certificate on completion
Live classes in English & Hindi
Lifetime access to the recordings
Mentor support · EMI available

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03Learning outcomes

What will you be able to do after the Food Science & FSSAI?

Stated as capabilities rather than topics — the things a graduate should be able to do for a paying client.

Explain the science behind food spoilage and preservation
Apply safe food handling and hygiene practices in a food business
Understand FSSAI requirements relevant to small food enterprises
Read and create compliant food labels
Set up basic food safety and quality practices for a product

04Credential

Which certificate does the Food Science & FSSAI award?

Food Science, Safety & FSSAI Essentials Certificate

2 Certificates

05Sample certificate

The certificate you earn

A preview of the credential this course awards on successful completion.

NNWA Nutrition and Wellness Academy

पोषण और कल्याण अकादमी

NNWA-FSF-SAMPLE

This certificate is awarded to

Sample Learner

has successfully completed the prescribed course of study for the Food Science, Safety & FSSAI Essentials Certificate.

MSME Registered · ISO 9001:2015 · Make in India · Digital India

Certificate designs shown are indicative samples and subject to change. Final certificates are issued on completion.

A certificate you can verify — and a career to match

A verifiable certificate on completion
Live classes in English & Hindi
Lifetime access to the recordings
Mentor support · EMI available

Enrol now Talk to a counsellor

Where our learners work

4.9/5learner rating

From our classrooms to workplaces across India.

Graduates go on to hospitals, clinics, gyms and wellness brands — and many build practices of their own.

Courses & specialisations: 72Courses & specialisations
Cities across India: 20+Cities across India
Online · English & Hindi: 100%Online · English & Hindi

5.0
Ananya Rao
Clinical DietitianApollo Hospitals
5.0
Rohan Verma
Wellness CoachCult.fit
5.0
Meera Nair
Nutrition ConsultantHealthifyMe
5.0
Kavya Iyer
Diet ConsultantFortis Healthcare
5.0
Ananya Rao
Clinical DietitianApollo Hospitals
5.0
Rohan Verma
Wellness CoachCult.fit
5.0
Meera Nair
Nutrition ConsultantHealthifyMe
5.0
Kavya Iyer
Diet ConsultantFortis Healthcare

Graduates now work at

Apollo Hospitals
Fortis Healthcare
HealthifyMe
Cult.fit
Max Healthcare
Infosys

06Questions

What do people ask before enrolling on the Food Science & FSSAI?

Does this course register my business with FSSAI?

No. It teaches you what FSSAI requires and how compliance works, but the licence application itself is a separate official process. The course prepares you to approach it confidently.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes. It is a foundation-level course with no prior experience needed, making it ideal for new food entrepreneurs and students alike.

How is the course delivered?

It runs fully online over about six weeks, in English and Hindi, with lifetime access to the recordings and mentor support throughout.

Will this help my home food business?

Yes. Food safety, labelling and FSSAI basics are exactly what home kitchens, cloud kitchens and packaged-food sellers need to operate responsibly.

What certificate will I receive?

You earn the Food Science, Safety and FSSAI Essentials skill-enhancement certificate from NNWA. EMI payment options are available.

How it works

What happens after you enrol?

No pressure and no obligation — speak to us first, decide afterwards.

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01
Talk to a counsellor
A free call to make sure this is the right course for you — including when a shorter one is the honest answer.
02
Complete your enrolment
Pay in full, on EMI, or via a 0%-interest education loan. Your books and login are sent right away.
03
Learn, and get certified
Live weekend classes in English and Hindi, lifetime access to recordings, and your certificates on completion.