This course focuses on the development of essential food safety practices needed to select, receive, store, prepare, and serve food, as well as the skills needed to select food that meets the nutritional needs of individuals and families. Students will learn to create and implement an environment of food safety procedures based on the latest FDA Food Code and local regulations. This course gives emphasis to the development of competencies related to nutrition, weight control, the food consumer, the effect of technology on food and nutrition, and food preparation skills. With completion of this course, students should be able to apply sound sanitation practices, to apply sound nutritional practices for positive effects on their health, and food preparation skills necessary in various aspects of the food industry.