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AAA Food Handler

CONNECTICUT
FOOD HANDLERS CARD​

4.9
(26,920 reviews)

4.9
(26,920 reviews)

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BENEFITS OF TRAINING

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PREVENT

Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.

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AWARENESS

Improve critical thinking and decision making to prevent or avoid sticky situations.
Food Hygiene Training

ELIMINATE

Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.

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MINIMIZE

Be able to recognize, mitigate, reduce or eliminate the risk of improper food safety procedures.
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PRODUCTIVITY

Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.

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WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

Serving safe food will increase productivity will in turn increase workplace satisfaction.

WHY CHOOSE US 

California Food Manager Certification
Food safety basics

Getting Your Food Handler Card is Quick and Hassle-Free

Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Connecticut does not have a statewide law requiring food handler certificates, but many employers, counties, and local health departments expect food handlers to complete food safety training.

The course includes food safety essentials such as personal hygiene, time and temperature control, cross-contamination prevention, allergen awareness, and cleaning and sanitizing practices.

The AAA Food Handler Certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of completion. Some employers or jurisdictions may require earlier renewal based on internal policies.

Yes. AAA Food Handler offers a fully online course that’s available 24/7. You can study at your own pace and download your certificate immediately after passing the final exam.

Food safety requirements may vary by location. Contact your local health department or employer to confirm whether a food handler certificate is required in your area.

Yes. The AAA Food Handler courses follow nationally accepted food safety standards and are widely trusted by employers and local health departments in Connecticut.

The ANAB is a national body that evaluates training programs for quality and consistency. While food handler programs are not required to be accredited by the ANAB, alignment with its standards reflects trusted and reliable training practices.

Employers prefer training aligned with ANAB guidelines because it reflects national food safety expectations and ensures consistent, high-quality knowledge across the workforce.

Yes. AAA Food Handler offers the course in both English and Spanish to support Connecticut’s diverse food service community.

You need a Connecticut Food Handlers Card from a state-approved training provider or ANAB accredited provider such as the AAA Food Handler card. This course covers basic food safety and must be completed before you apply to be a cottage food producer in Connecticut.

For official food safety guidance or local requirements, contact:

Connecticut Department of Public Health
410 Capitol Drive
PO Box 340308, MS #11FDP
Hartford, Connecticut 06134

Food Handler Reviews

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Food Handler

November 12, 2025

El examen de food handler fue bastante fácil de entender. Las preguntas eran claras y se basaban en cosas importantes para mantener los alimentos limpios y seguros, En general, fue una buena experiencia. Aprendí cosas útiles que puedo usar en el trabajo o en casa, y ahora me siento más seguro manejando comida.

Minerva P.

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November 12, 2025

Olga

lot of helpful information

November 12, 2025

I learned a lot of food safety today

Na

Fun

November 12, 2025

It was pretty easy

Kylar C.

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November 12, 2025

david G.

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November 12, 2025

It was fun and easy

Johnathan B.

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November 12, 2025

Kalila L.

VERY GOOD

November 12, 2025

Provided very good information and was easy to follow.

Christan C.

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November 12, 2025

very interesting, easy to understand and entertaining and informative very important for your bussines

Jarold C.

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November 12, 2025

The videos were very detailed and the questions throughout were very interactive

Camille K.

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November 12, 2025

great experience

angelina M.

excellent

November 12, 2025

very clear and simple instruction

Mary

excelente curso facil de entender

November 12, 2025

el curso es muy claro y completo

Moises V.

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November 12, 2025

The modules were clear and not confusing. The directory was easy to use.

Naseema

Excellent Choice

November 12, 2025

This is the most convenient and understandable way I found to complete my food handler exam to get recertified for another 3 years.

Mahalo

Laura G.

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November 12, 2025

Alex

Good to know

November 12, 2025

Madelin P.

easy peasy

November 12, 2025

Just took a couple hours.

Susan

Too elaborate

November 12, 2025

would help to have easy to follow tutorial

Preeti V.

Good

November 12, 2025

Reinforced my knowledge of food handling procedures

Deana B.