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Situated on one of the most beautiful islands in the world, the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College is an accredited college that offers three bachelor of applied science degrees, a wide variety of associate degrees and certificates, as well as distance learning degrees through its UH Center on campus. UHMC is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools & College.

With small class sizes, a low student to faculty ratio, math labs and career counseling, UHMC students enjoy personalized, individual attention and the support they need to be successful in school and their future careers.

University of Hawaiʻi Maui College's Extended Learning  & Workforce Development Office (ELWD) is located in the Laulima building on the Kahului campus, with ample free parking.

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(808) 984-3231
310 W. KA'AHUMAU AVENUE, KAHULUI, HI 96753

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Classes & Workshops

SUMMER 2020 CLASSES

  • A Certificate of Completion or Certificate is awarded upon completion of classes.
  • Employee Training Funding (ETF) 50% assistance up to $400 per class is available through Workforce Development Division Maui.

CULN6020 – Applied Studies in Fundamental Food Manufacturing

A self-directed and self-paced kitchen lab experience for MFIC food manufacturing graduates. Graduates work in the fully certified MFIC R&D kitchen environment to increase understanding of manufacturing efficiencies, good manufacturing practices, standard operating procedures and adherence to best practices in kitchen safety and sanitation procedures.

4:00PM to 5:00PM | Sep 10, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020 | Register

BUS6821 – Food Products-Concept to Consumer Incubator Program

Have a Food Product Idea or Recipe Consumers Would Love? The Concept to Consumer Incubator Program, is an in depth class that teaches food industry best practices for taking your recipe idea or concept and turning it into a viable value-added food product for the retail marketplace!

 

Note: Completion of an online Survey application required prior to acceptance.

6:00PM to 9:00PM | Aug 11, 2020 to Sep 29, 2020 | Register

BUS6822 – Maui Food Business Start Up – Part I: Concept to Test Market

Join small business startup guru Gary Albitz as he leads you through a series of 8 classes designed to launch a successful food business on Maui! These 2 hour informal & interactive meetings offer a systematic approach for profitable food business development targeting food manufacturers, Restaurateurs, food truck operators, and farmers / chefs interested in creating value-added food products.

5:30PM to 7:30PM | Oct 14, 2020 to Dec 09, 2020 | Register

BUS6820 – Maui Food Industry X-celerator

This 8 week training course features guest speakers and industry experts who coach and mentor participants to develop their product and business. Class covers the nuts and bolts of food production, food safety, business planning, marketing, financing, sourcing supplies and other food business related challenges.

6:00PM to 9:00PM | Sep 14, 2020 to Nov 02, 2020 | Register

MFIC

MFIC Applied Studies in Fundamental Food Manufacturing

A self-directed and self-paced kitchen lab experience for MFIC food manufacturing students. Students work in the fully certified MFIC R&D kitchen environment to increase understanding of manufacturing efficiencies, good manufacturing practices, standard operating procedures and adherence to best practices in kitchen safety and sanitation procedures. Access is by appointment scheduled through class instructor.

Section CULN6020 - 014

08 Dec 2022 - 31 Mar 2023,  M, T, W, Th, F, Sa 9:00AM-9:00PM, 93 mtgs
Maui College | $79



MFIC students will enhance techniques to successfully manufacture food products in a fully certified kitchen lab environment through self-directed and self-paced lab exercises. Hours arranged by appointment via instructor. Proper safety and sanitation procedures will be reviewed and monitored. Establishment and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and facilities SOPs will be encouraged. Students will work toward increased manufacturing efficiencies, establishment of process controls, internal assessments concerning ingredients used, packaging required, and integration of product specific SOPs necessary for high quality manufactured foods. Successful completion or current enrollment in a MFIC program or participation by consent of MFIC Facilities Manager required for registration in this class. An individual interview and an onsite MFIC Kitchen LAB orientation and training are required prior to first day of class. Copy of your current Sanitation or Food Handlers Certification required. Students may be subject to additional fees based on MFIC kitchen equipment and lab hours of use. Completion of an online Survey application required prior to acceptance. Curriculum development for this course is supported in part by the US Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency Grant MB21OBD8020251.

MFIC Food Business Start Up

This class is designed to help you learn the basics of launching a successful food business and provide you a foundation for a systematic approach towards developing a profitable food business. The course is suited for food manufacturers, restaurateurs, food truck operators, and farmers / chefs interested in creating value-added food products and is offered in a hybrid format of online modules (via the laulima.hawaii.edu) and face-to-face coaching by appointment. Total class time is 16 hours.  

Section BUS6822 - 024

07 Dec 2022 - 31 Mar 2023,   0:00-0:00, 1 mtgs
$99



This class is designed to help you learn the basics of launching a successful food business and provide you a foundation for a systematic approach towards developing a profitable food business. The class is suited for food manufacturers, restauranteurs, food truck operators, farmers, chefs, and individuals interested in creating value-added food products. Offered in a hybrid format of online modules (via laulima.hawaii.edu) and face-to-face coaching (by appointment with instructor), total class time is 16 hours. Completion of an online Survey application required prior to acceptance. Concurrent enrollment in CULN6020 for R&D Kitchen access highly recommended. Curriculum development for this course is supported in part by the US Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency Grant MB21OBD8020251.

MFIC Food Product Concept to Consumer Incubator

Have a Food Product Idea or Recipe Consumers Would Love? The Concept to Consumer Incubator Program is an in depth class that teaches food industry best practices for taking your recipe idea or concept and turning it into a viable value-added food product for the retail marketplace! This course will provide access to educational resources and professional consultants to help you learn what it takes to build a food business and brand. Learn how to obtain: Food handlers certification and Food Business license. Learn product development for food manufacturing, ingredient sourcing, costing, branding their products and how to manage the intricacies of a small supply chain, building alliances to lower costs, and valuable best practices for growing a business. Convert a basic recipe into a manufacturing formula. Includes hands-on time in the MFIC Test Kitchen. Participants will have the opportunity to introduce their products to industry experts and receive valuable feedback on the their products market readiness. A Certificate of Professional Development is awarded upon completion of course.

Section BUS6821 - 008

09 Dec 2022 - 31 Mar 2023,   0:00-0:00, 1 mtgs
$299



Have a Food Product Idea or Recipe Consumers Would Love? The Concept to Consumer Incubator Program, is an in depth class that teaches food industry best practices for taking your recipe idea or concept and turning it into a viable value-added food product for the retail marketplace! This course will provide access to educational resources and professional consultants to help you learn what it takes to build a food business and brand. Learn how to obtain: Food handlers certification and Food Business license. Learn product development for food manufacturing, ingredient sourcing, costing, branding their products and how to manage the intricacies of a small supply chain, building alliances to lower costs, and valuable best practices for growing a business. Convert a basic recipe into a manufacturing formula. Participants will have the opportunity to introduce their products to industry experts and receive valuable feedback on the their products market readiness. Offered in a hybrid format of online modules (via the laulima.hawaii.edu) and face-to-face coaching (by appointment with instructor), total class time is 30 hours. Concurrent enrollment in CULN6020 for R&D Kitchen access highly recommended. Completion of an online Survey application required prior to acceptance. Curriculum development for this course is supported in part by the US Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency Grant MB21OBD8020251.

For More Information Contact

Chris Speere
Food Innovation Program Coordinator
808-984-3690
speere@hawaii.edu

Be sure to check out the Food Innovation website at http://maui.hawaii.edu/foodinnovation/

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