Get or Renew Your Official Connecticut Food Handler Card
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How to Get or Renew Your Connecticut Food Handler Card
1. Enroll
Register and checkout in a few clicks — it’s quick and secure. This training is approved by Connecticut.
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 Connecticut Food Handlers Card and Certificate. You can also upgrade to have a professionally printed copy mailed to you.
Does Connecticut Require a Food Handler Card?
No — Connecticut doesn’t have a state food handler law, but some counties and many 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 Just Like You Choose FoodSafePal
So easy to use and very clear instructions!
This site made getting my card so easy! It’s easy to navigate, short, sweet and straight to the point! All of your necessary information provided in a quick course. Definitely would recommend to anyone getting their card.
Taylor MichaelExcellent Course
This was an excellent course and you got knowledge checked after each time. I also like have the option to get a food handlers card mailed to me. In 3 years I will be taking this course again.
Alicia A.Easy Peasy
The course modules are easy to follow along with and keep you entertained enough to not be bored out of your mind!
TYLER BURTONFood handler Certificate
I am a visual learner, and their training videos made understanding everything so quick and easy. Highly recommend to anyone it was my first time and I’m glad I picked them.
Michelle CanoGreat Training
This training was quick, easily explained, and easy to navigate. I would definitely recommend this training to anyone!
AllisonVery Informative & Easy To Navigate
This course was super easy to navigate, and I didn’t run into any issues at all. I really appreciated how the short quizzes followed each video… that helped me lock in the info fast. The layout was clean, the videos were clear, and I’m so glad this was available in an online format that’s simple to use. Great job making food safety training this accessible!
Sheri MarshallEasy and fast
I really appreciated how easy this course was for a busy mom. It let me pause and come back right where I left off. Very simple and informative.
Brittany PEasy To Use Instructional Course
Fun to watch and learn. The videos were done professionally yet very entertaining. I enjoyed learning and earning my certificate.
Stephen J AlexeichikReview of the food handler course
I work in a kitchen in a nursing home. I knew most of the things here in this course, but I learned a couple of new things. The course was long, but it was entertaining to see the person draw out the pictures instead of typical course were you just sit and watch a video.
Nora A BootzinNo waste of time
If you don’t have a lot of time, this is the route to take. It’s easy to access and straight to the point.
AndreaQuick, detailed and covered exactly what I needed!
The course was great! Detailed enough to get the points across without information overload. Streamlined, efficient and time saving! I’ve been a pastry chef for years and this was an extremely useful tool for re-certification!
Semaj ThomasAwesome!!
So convenient to be able to take this test in the comfort of my own home than to drive 30 minutes into town! It also went by faster than I thought and it’s so easy !
Jacqueline HFood handler card
I loved the way the whole thing was drawn with sketches. It helped keep me focused and interested the whole time. Great job with explaining everything.
SommerSimple, fast and informative
FoodSafePal made is really quick to my food handling certification and it was really affordable. Highly recommend.
Nicholas MarianoConvenient, Straightforward, Informative
Extremely useful site to obtain quick certification. The information is presently very clearly and concisely; just straight facts with the occasional quiz to keep you on track. Some notetaking is wise even if a lot seems to be common sense.
Jonathan LeeEasy and convenient
Very easy and convenient to take the course on my phone. It look about an hour and a half for the course.
SharaiGreat
Took me an hour and a half to work on it and it’s cheep and easy to do I recommend it
ItzelAffordable, informative, and fast
Really affordable and quick to get your certificate. Would highly recommend and use again.
Andrea MarianoEasy to use
I was able to get my certification easily! Definitely glad I chose FoodSafePal
Kennise AdamsThe Best
Thank you so much! Test was easy and well described
MaricruzAn Amazing Experience!
I had such a great time working with FoodSafePal! I learned so much about food and safety and I am ready to apply my knowledge to my work space! Thank you FoodSafePal! You have my deepest thanks!
AveryGreat experience
The test was simple not hard to do I recommend this site to anyone!!
PedroAwesome!
Learning was quick and easy but target all the key points! Amazing experience and was able to finish the course in one sitting! Would highly recommend this course!
Sophia MartinezTest was easy and self explanatory
This is the way to go!!
Nicole NeidlingerIt was super easy!
This was a really nice easy way to get my food handler certificate. Didn’t cost much and only took an. Hour or so.
Isabella AntonioQuick and easy
This training was very informative and stress free. The time passed quickly and the test was easy
StormiEasy to follow and learn
You can go at your pace and rewind or pause to take notes. You can also revisit topics, if needed. The explanations were easy to understand and follow. I prefer this to in-person classes. It is convenient and easy to do.
Jeannine WhitleyInteresting Training
I love that the videos were short, which allowed me to take good notes for the test. It was pretty straight forward and well presented. I can happily say I passed the final test.
CeciliaGreat Training
I needed to renew my certificate last minute and this training saved me. It is extremely through and user friendly.
LaShondraSimple and to the point!
The class was simple and to the point. Time estimated was 75 minutes and it was exactly that, from start to finish. I’m not bery techy so the ease of using this program was perfect for me.
Cindy FuentesAwesome food safety course
This was a fun and very informative food safety course.
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Common Questions About Getting Your Connecticut Food Handlers Card
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.
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.
Your FoodSafePal Food Handler Card will be valid throughout Connecticut, no matter your city or county.
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.
Your Connecticut Food Handlers Card is valid for three years from the date you earn it.
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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