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AAA Food Handler

CONNECTICUT
FOOD HANDLERS CARD​

4.9
(27,117 reviews)

4.9
(27,117 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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great

March 2, 2021

Madelyn R.

great

March 2, 2021

very detailed

Laura W.

Good

March 2, 2021

It was a good experience

Elena M.

simple and good

March 2, 2021

Carlos S.

!

March 2, 2021

Joaquin R.

Interesting

March 2, 2021

Kailey B.

Very good

March 2, 2021

Cyrus O.

Easy and Informative

March 2, 2021

ALEXANDRIA R.

excellent training thank you

March 2, 2021

Nichole S.

Easy!

March 2, 2021

Kimber K.

easy to follow

March 2, 2021

Jynnifer M.

Very informative course!

March 2, 2021

This course was presented in a direct and comprehensive manner.

Mariann G.

very informative, makes you think twice about going into food establishments!

March 2, 2021

Susan H.

Learned a lot- will even apply material at home, as well as at work.

March 2, 2021

Natalie C.

5

March 2, 2021

organized, easy to repeat sections if needed, good explanations

Lorraine K.

Great

March 2, 2021

Ericka L.

Great

March 2, 2021

Daniel R.

Great!

March 1, 2021

Very easy to follow and good for the new people working!

Joshua G.

excellent course, learn alot

March 1, 2021

Mary A.

Good experience

March 1, 2021

really good

Wendolyn W.