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Getting Your Food Handlers Card is Fast and Easy
Thousands have already earned their card with FoodSafePal — it’s trusted, hassle-free, and nationally accepted.
How to Earn Your Food Handlers Card
1. Enroll
Select your state or county, and checkout in a few clicks — it’s quick and secure.
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 food handlers card and certificate. You can also upgrade to have a professionally printed copy mailed to you.
Why People Like You Choose FoodSafePal
Food handler test
Well presented easy to follow, and great recap
It was pretty good
I liked the drawings in the video and it was very helpful! There weren’t enough practice questions, in my opinion!
Taken a million of these tests. This one is best
Easy to understand and follow, with good, quick testing.
Response from FoodSafePal®
Thanks Robyn! We’re so happy to hear that of all the food safety tests you have taken, you thought FoodSafePal’s was the best!
Great course
The information is easy to understand! Love it !
Response from FoodSafePal®
Thanks Marry! We love it that you love it!
It was very informative.
A lot of information. U have to take test in a quiet and peaceful room. No distractions. I failed first time cause my husband was watching a ball game and kids were talking too much.
When I went up stairs behind closed doors I was able to concentrate better. I passed.
Response from FoodSafePal®
Thanks Marcia! Great advice — distractions can make it difficult to focus, but we’re glad you passed!
Watch, take notes, use common sense (think!) and you’ll fine.
I’ve been into BBQ for the past 30+ years. I’ve entered numerous contests that require each contestant to apply for a temporary food establishment license. My wife and I also love to cook and we host a handful of BBQ get-togethers with family and friends annually. Never once have we had someone who has eaten our food (at home or at contests) have a bad experience due to improper food handling. From time to time as are asked to provide food for our friend’s children’s birthday parties, graduation parties, etc. Even though we have access to a licensed commissary kitchen (if/when needed) I thought it would be a good idea to have something on hand to show people who may ask about our food prep & food handling processes, etc. When I was searching through the net for different food handling tests/licenses/certificates (per state) I came across the FoodSafePal website and started doing some research. I liked what I read and the price is extremely reasonable (along with easy payment options). I decided this was exactly what I was looking for. I was pleasantly surprised how thurough the test really is. If you take the test w/o really paying attention, taking notes, and using common sense, you may find yourself taking it more than once. This test is no joke. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to pass it, but it isn’t something you’re going to skip through w/o any effort. All though it is almost 100% common sense, it will make you think about the way you do things in the kitchen (at work or at home…or both). When I finished the test with a passing score (98%…thank you, LOL) I truly felt that I had accomplished something. Don’t be intimidated by this test. It’s well worth the price (even better, the certificate is good for 3 years). Watch, take notes, use common sense (think!) and you’ll fine. Thank you, Gavin and others, for putting together such a great collection of information. – Bob Schaar, Grand Ledge, MI.
Response from FoodSafePal®
All we can say is WOW, Bob! Thank you for such a wonderful, thoughtful review. It’s so great to hear this coming from such a professional!
Simple & Affordable
This was a great course. I learned a lot. I like how the modules were broken down. Very simple to understand too. I do feel like the bideos play fast,but I like that I could go back as many times as needed.
Response from FoodSafePal®
Thank you Donna! Glad you enjoyed the self-paced nature of the training!
5/5 rating for food
Food safe pal is for visual learners . The course explained detailed description with visuals and each section has a knowledge check which is very helpful to understand how the user followed the course . This helps the user to take final test . I recommend this course .
Response from FoodSafePal®
Thank you Parimala! Glad you found the knowledge checks helpful. Thank you for the recommendation!
EASY!
Straight forward instruction. If you pay attention, you’ll pass the course and have your certificate. Much easier website navigation than the “well known” course.
Response from FoodSafePal®
Thanks Jerry! That was a priority when we created the training — to offer a superior user experience.
Food handlers card
Five stars I’m going to recommend the course to my colleagues
Response from FoodSafePal®
Thanks Melba — the recommendation to others means everything to us!
About the FoodSafePal Food Handler Course
Effective October 01, 2022
Designed by: Gavin Van De Walle, MS, RD, and an advisory board of food safety experts.
What You’ll Learn (Click to Expand)
Purpose: To arm you with a basic understanding of essential food safety principles.
Scope: This program will teach you or sharpen your knowledge of safe food handling practices.
Learning Objectives: effective June 12, 2023
- identify how food becomes unsafe and leads to foodborne illnesses
- identify when and which symptoms and illnesses must be reported
- recognize proper hand hygiene techniques and good personal grooming habits to prevent food and food-contact surface contamination
- recognize best practices to keep food safe throughout its flow by using time and temperature controls
- describe how to maintain a clean environment and prevent cross-contact
Common Questions About Getting Your Food Handlers Card
Is this training the same as ServSafe?
FoodSafePal’s Food Handler Training holds the same ANSI-National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accreditation as ServSafe. This means that the food handlers card you earn with FoodSafePal is valid and accepted everywhere ServSafe is.
Does my Food Handler Card Expire?
Your FoodSafePal Food Handler Card is valid for three years. However, your state or county may require you to renew sooner. For example, if you live in Texas, your FoodSafePal Food Handler Card is valid for two years.
What is a passing score for the test?
The minimum passing score is 70%. After you pass, you can access your card and certificate immediately under “Certificates” in your Dashboard. You will have one free retake to pass the test. If you don’t pass on your second try, you will need to repurchase the course.
How can my employer or I check the status of my food handlers card?
After you complete the course and pass the test, you can immediately download or print your card and certificate. You can access your certificate by clicking “My Dashboard,” and then clicking “My Certificates.”
If you cannot access your certificate, or you want to verify the status of a certificate holder, please contact us.
How do I enroll and earn a food handlers card?
Choose your state here to enroll. Enter your information to create an account and complete the purchase. You will then be redirected to start the course.
If you want to complete the course at a later time, click “Login” in the far right corner. Once you’re logged in, select “My Dashboard” and then “My Course” to access the training.
If you need training for your employees, you can learn more about our group purchasing program here.
Will my state or county accept my food handlers card?
We guarantee that your state and local health department will accept FoodSafePal’s Food Handler training — which is ANAB accredited — everywhere we make it available for purchase.
Learn more about your state’s food handler card requirements.
Can I print my food handlers card later?
You can print your food handlers card and certificate at any time by logging into your dashboard and then clicking “My Certificates.”
Can my food handlers card be emailed to my employer?
After you earn your food handlers card, you have the option to print, save, or email it to whomever, including your employer.
Can I change my name on my food handlers card?
For security reasons, you cannot change the name on your food handlers card. Please contact us if you accidentally misspelled your name during the enrollment process.
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