Get or Renew Your Official Tennessee Food Handler Card

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How to Get or Renew Your Tennessee Food Handler Card

1. Enroll

Register and checkout in a few clicks — it’s quick and secure. This training is approved by Tennessee.

2. Complete the Course

Watch short videos, pass the test, and you’re done — all in as little as 90 minutes. Most people pass on their first try, but if not, you’ll get a free retake.

3. Get your Card & Certificate

Instantly download, print, or email your official Tennessee food handler card and certificate. You can also upgrade to have a professionally printed copy mailed to you.

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Does Tennessee Require a Food Handler Card?

No — Tennessee doesn’t have a state food handler law, but most employers require anyone who handles food or works around food-contact surfaces to get a food handler card, usually within 30 days of starting the job. This video explains who needs one, how to get it online, and how to renew it before it expires — all with FoodSafePal.

Why People Like You Choose FoodSafePal

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4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 650 reviews)

An interactive learning experience

07/21/26

This was a way more engaging version of food safety. Well done.

justinm
Phoenix, AZ

Why Did I Wait So Long?

07/20/26

This course was very straight forward, the ease of getting to the end was amazing…no curve balls just great information. I had been looking at this course for a year and finally pulled the trigger…why I waited so long is crazy.

Bonnie R.
Brooklyn, MD

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thanks Bonnie! We’re not sure why you waited so long either, but we’re glad you finally did it — congratulations on passing!

Perfect

07/20/26

All courses explained very well

Cheri Luedeke
Detroit Lakes, MN

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thanks Cheri! Glad to hear you thought the training was explained well! Congratulations on earning your card!

Great course

07/19/26

Learned a lot. The course really made me more conscious of the importance of food safety.

Paula
Denton, TX

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thanks for the wonderful review Paula! Congratulations on passing!

Great course

07/17/26

Very informative and easy to follow course. Great information and a very to easy follow curriculum. Only reason for the 4 stars is due to the verification process during the exam. If you don’t have the correct browser and this and that it takes forever to get verified. Overall would recommend to anyone

Nelson Rider
Branson, MO

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thank you for the thoughtful feedback, Nelson! We’ve updated our enrollment emails to more clearly explain the browser requirements before the exam, which should help prevent the delay you experienced during verification. Congratulations on earning your Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) credential!

Well done training

07/16/26

Beneficial training. I feel that I have the knowledge needed to keep within the standards and compliance necessary.

Sandy
Austin, TX

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thank you Sandy! We’re glad you found the training beneficial! Congrats on passing!

Common Questions About Getting or Renewing Your Tennessee Food Handler Card

To get or renew your Tennessee food handler card, just complete the training videos and pass the test. The entire process takes about 90 minutes from start to finish. Your card will be issued instantly after you pass.

Tennessee has no law that requires a food handler card to work at a food establishment.

However, many Tennessee food establishments have a strong food safety culture and still require their employees to earn a food handler card.

Additionally, nursing homes and other healthcare facilities commonly rely on food handler training since they serve populations highly susceptible to foodborne illnesses.

For example, Tennessee requires that dietary staff of nursing homes receive regular training on personal hygiene and how to handle, prepare, and serve food safely (1).

And even if you’re not required to earn a food handler card, doing so can make it easier to land your next foodservice gig, negotiate a higher starting salary, or advance to a leadership role.

Your FoodSafePal food handler card will be valid throughout Tennessee.

Your Tennessee food handler card will be issued digitally as soon as you pass the exam. You can download, print, or email it anytime by logging into your account. If you’d like a professionally printed copy mailed to you, you can order one directly from your account.

Your Tennessee food handler card is valid for three years from the date you earn it.

Tennessee does not require any type of food safety training to sell homemade or cottage food. However, earning an ANAB-accredited Food Handlers Card from FoodSafePal helps build customer trust, expands selling opportunities, and may lower insurance costs. Learn more about Tennessee’s cottage food law here.

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