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How to Get or Renew Your Texas Food Handlers Card

1. Enroll

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

2. Complete the Course

Watch short videos, pass the test, and you’re done — all in 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 Texas food handlers card and certificate. You can also upgrade to have a professionally printed copy mailed to you.

Does Texas Require a Food Handler Card?

Yes — Texas law requires anyone who handles food or works around food-contact surfaces to get a food handler card 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 667 reviews)

Food safe course

08/03/26

It was very informative and easy to navigate through. Questions at the end are kind of tricky but it really makes you think before you answer.

Brian
Laredo, TX

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thank you Brian! We’re glad you thought the training was easy to navigate and thorough. Facing challenging questions makes passing the test that much sweeter, congratulations!

Easy to follow

08/02/26

Easy to follow and very user friendly. Way easier than having to go to a place to watch the videos and take the test

Heather
Taylor, TX

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thank you Heather! We’re all for the online format also – congratulations on passing!

Easy and clear

08/01/26

I found the site to be easy to use and it explains everything very clear. It asked questions after every section to reinforce the lesson.

K. Jones
Harker Heights, TX

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re glad you were able to navigate the training easily and enjoyed the intra-knowlege check questions. Congrats on earning your card!

Great course!

08/01/26

Very easy to follow and quick!!

Alane Scott
Dallas, TX

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thank you for the great review, Alane, and congratulations on earning your food handlers card!

Great experience

08/01/26

It was great information easy to understand

sheaira.davis
Atlanta, GA

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thank you Sheaira! We’re glad you had a good experience with our food handler training. Congratulations on passing!

Very well put together

07/30/26

It was very informative, learned some important things I was not already aware of

Patty
Magnolia, TX

Response from FoodSafePal®

Thank you Patty! We’re glad you could walk away from the training with new information. Congratulations on earning your card!

Common Questions About Getting Your Texas Food Handlers Card

To get or renew your Texas 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.

The Texas Department of State Health Services requires that you earn a food handlers card if you work at a food establishment that stores, prepares, packages, serves, vends, or otherwise provides food within 30 days of employment.

This includes:

  • restaurants
  • retail food stores
  • catering operations
  • markets
  • food banks
  • institutions

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

Your Texas Food Handlers Card will be valid for two years from the date you earn it.

Your Texas 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.

To operate a cottage food business in Texas, you must complete a basic food safety education or an ANAB-accredited food handler training program, such as this training.

For more information on the requirements for cottage food businesses, visit our guide on Texas cottage food laws.

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