Job requirements Food Inspector in Canada
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Find out what you typically need to work as a food inspector in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Inspectors in public and environmental health and occupational health and safety (NOC 21120).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • A bachelor's degree in a discipline such as food science, environmental studies, chemistry or health and safety is usually required.
  • Public health inspectors employed outside Quebec require certification with the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.
  • Environmental health and safety professionals may require certification with the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP).

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Manitoba

Job title Public Health Inspector
Regulated

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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