Question 1

How do I get a food handlers card in Connecticut?

Accepted Answer

To get or renew your Connecticut 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.

Question 2

Does Connecticut require a food handlers card?

Accepted Answer

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

Still, many food establishments have a strong food safety culture, and require a food handler card before or within a certain period of employment regardless of state law.

Additionally, nursing homes and other healthcare facilities rely on food handler training for their dietary staff to ensure they're equipped with the knowledge to handle food safely.

This is important since healthcare facilities serve people highly susceptible to foodborne illnesses, such as older adults and those with weakened immune systems.

For example, federal requirements require that dietary staff are knowledgable on safe food storage, cooking, holding, and handling practices, which usually requires annual training.

Even if you aren't required to earn a food handler card, doing so can make it easier to land your next gig or earn a higher wage.

Question 3

Will my Connecticut Food Handler Card be valid throughout Connecticut?

Accepted Answer

Your FoodSafePal Food Handler Card will be valid throughout Connecticut, no matter your city or county.

Question 4

How do I get a copy of my Connecticut Food Handlers Card?

Accepted Answer

Your Connecticut Food Handlers 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.

Question 5

How long is a food handlers card good for in Connecticut?

Accepted Answer

Your Connecticut Food Handlers Card is valid for three years from the date you earn it.

Question 6

Does Connecticut require a food handlers card to operate a cottage food business?

Accepted Answer

Yes, to sell homemade food, Connecticut's cottage food law requires the completion of an approved food safety training course to start a cottage food business.

This course meets Connecticut's cottage food safety training requirement.

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