FAQs: Everything You Need to Know About the SQF Edition 10 Conversion Course
The upcoming transition to SQF Code Edition 10 is a big milestone, and with updated requirements launching in the
second half of 2026, now is the perfect time to start preparing. The SQF Edition 10 Conversion Course was built to make this transition process easier, helping you understand what’s changed, why it matters, and exactly how to put those updates into action. Below, we’ve answered the most frequently asked questions about the course so you have all the information you need before
1. What is the SQF Edition 10 Conversion Course and who should take it?
This course is designed to help SQF Practitioners, auditors, and quality professionals understand the key changes from Edition 9 to Edition 10 of the SQF Code. If you’re responsible for food safety compliance or preparing your site for audits, this course is for you.
2. Do I need this course if my site won’t be audited to Edition 10 until the second half of 2026?
Yes! Although audits to Edition 10 don’t start until the second half of 2026, early preparation helps you confidently align systems and train teams in advance, making your transition smoother and less stressful.
3. What’s the format of the course? Is it self-paced? What is the cost?
Yes, the course is 100% online and self-paced. You’ll progress through short, focused modules that explain what’s changed, why it changed, and how to apply the updates at your site. The cost is $299 for one course user. It is sold on the Intertek Alchemy ZOSI Learning Platform.
4. How does this course help me implement the changes?
The course includes real-world practice scenarios, implementation tools like checklists and GAP assessment templates, and guidance that turns Code language into actionable next steps for your team.
5. Are there any live sessions or opportunities to ask questions?
Yes! Purchase of this course includes exclusive access to two live Q&A sessions where SQFI experts answer participant questions directly.
6. What are the biggest changes in Edition 10 that I’ll learn about?
You’ll explore important updates to food safety culture, change management, and environmental monitoring—and see side-by-side comparisons of Edition 9 and 10 requirements.
7. Who developed this course, and is it officially recognized?
The course was created by SQFI, the same organization that develops and maintains the SQF Code, so it reflects the most accurate, up-to-date insights directly from the source.
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