Graduate Certificate in Safe Food Handling for Home-Brewed Beverages
Published on June 18, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're excited to have Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in food safety and home-brewing, joining us. She's here to discuss the Graduate Certificate in Safe Food Handling for Home-Brewed Beverages. Welcome, Jane! GUEST: Thanks for having me! I'm looking forward to sharing some insights about this exciting course. HOST: That's great! First off, could you tell us about your personal experiences with home-brewing and how it led you to teach this course? GUEST: Absolutely! I've been a home-brewer for over a decade, and I've seen firsthand how crucial food safety is in creating delicious and safe beverages. This inspired me to develop a course that focuses on these essential skills. HOST: Fascinating! Now, what current industry trends are relevant to this course, and how does it address them? GUEST: With the growing popularity of craft beverages, many hobbyists and small-scale producers are entering the market. Our course equips them with the necessary knowledge of food safety practices, sanitation techniques, and quality control to comply with health regulations. HOST: That sounds important. Have there been any significant challenges you've faced while teaching this subject or that your students often encounter? GUEST: One challenge is helping students understand the importance of food safety in a fun, hands-on hobby like home-brewing. We emphasize the real-world implications of poor food handling and provide practical solutions to overcome these issues. HOST: Interesting! Lastly, where do you see the future of home-brewing and safe food handling practices going? GUEST: I believe we'll continue to see an increase in home-brewing enthusiasts. By providing them with the right tools and education, we can ensure that they produce safe, high-quality beverages while enjoying their craft. HOST: Well said, Jane! Thank you for joining us today and giving us a glimpse into the Graduate Certificate in Safe Food Handling for Home-Brewed Beverages. We're confident that this course will empower many aspiring brewers. GUEST: Thank you for having me! It's been a pleasure discussing this important topic with you.
