Get or Renew Your Official Nebraska Food Handler Card

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How to Earn or Renew Your Nebraska Food Handler Card

1. Enroll

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

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 Nebraska food handler card and certificate. You can also upgrade to have a professionally printed copy mailed to you.

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Does Nebraska Require a Food Handler Card?

No — Nebraska 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

  • Great Training

    This training was quick, easily explained, and easy to navigate. I would definitely recommend this training to anyone!

    Allison

  • Very 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 Marshall

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    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 P

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    Fun to watch and learn. The videos were done professionally yet very entertaining. I enjoyed learning and earning my certificate.

    Stephen J Alexeichik

  • Review 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 Bootzin

  • No 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.

    Andrea

  • Quick, 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 Thomas

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    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 H

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    The course modules are easy to follow along with and keep you entertained enough to not be bored out of your mind!

    TYLER BURTON

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    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 Cano

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    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.

    Sommer

  • Excellent 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.

  • Convenient, 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 Lee

  • Great

    Took me an hour and a half to work on it and it’s cheep and easy to do I recommend it

    Itzel

  • 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 Michael

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    FoodSafePal made is really quick to my food handling certification and it was really affordable. Highly recommend.

    Nicholas Mariano

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    Really affordable and quick to get your certificate. Would highly recommend and use again.

    Andrea Mariano

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    I was able to get my certification easily! Definitely glad I chose FoodSafePal

    Kennise Adams

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    Thank you so much! Test was easy and well described

    Maricruz

  • An 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!

    Avery

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    Pedro

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    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 Martinez

  • Test was easy and self explanatory

    This is the way to go!!

    Nicole Neidlinger

  • It 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 Antonio

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    This training was very informative and stress free. The time passed quickly and the test was easy

    Stormi

  • Easy 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 Whitley

  • Interesting 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.

    Cecilia

  • Great Training

    I needed to renew my certificate last minute and this training saved me. It is extremely through and user friendly.

    LaShondra

  • Easy and convenient

    Very easy and convenient to take the course on my phone. It look about an hour and a half for the course.

    Sharai

  • Simple 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 Fuentes

  • Awesome food safety course

    This was a fun and very informative food safety course.

    B. Alexander

Common Questions About Getting or Renewing Your Nebraska Food Handler Card

To get or renew your Nebraska 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.

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

If you work in Lincoln-Lancaster County, you must earn your food handler card through the health department. No other training, including FoodSafePal, is valid.

Even if you don’t live in Lincoln-Lancaster, your employeer may still require it.

Nursing homes and other healthcare facilities rely on food handler training for their dietary staff to ensure they have the know-how to handle food safely.

This is especially important since nursing homes and other healthcare facilities serve populations highly susceptible to foodborne illnesses, such as older adults and people with a weakened immune system.

To this point, Nebraska requires that the dietitian at nursing homes provide regular inservice presentation to dietary staff on various topics, including food safety (1).

Even if you’re not required to earn a food handler card at your job, doing so can make it easier to land your next foodservice gig or earn a higher starting wage.

Your FoodSafePal food handler card will be valid throughout Nebraska, except Lincoln-Lancaster County.

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

Yes, Nebraska requires that you earn an accredited food handler card, such as this one, to sell homemade food.

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SELECT YOUR COUNTY | $15
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