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AAA Food Handler

CONNECTICUT
FOOD HANDLERS CARD​

4.9
(26,997 reviews)

4.9
(26,997 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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easy to follow good information

October 22, 2025

this course was easy to follow, short and to the point. very useful information

Tricia

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October 22, 2025

Kevin J.

Food Handlers Review

October 22, 2025

The training provided excellent examples and great illustrations of the processes. The test was not difficult and mostly what was provided in the training.

Lisa B.

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October 21, 2025

Mike S.

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Mike S.

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Mike S.

For Work

October 21, 2025

This review is very handy for food handling esecially if you are wroking in hospitality and food service

Jordan

Great course

October 21, 2025

Very easy to understand and complete

Trinidad

good and fast

October 21, 2025

easy and fast.

Mallerie

Informative

October 21, 2025

I did learn some information that I had not formerly considered. Well organized and helpful.

Suzanne

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October 21, 2025

Denisse

Easy to use 10/10

October 21, 2025

10/10

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October 21, 2025

Maxx F.

Food Handler Course

October 21, 2025

Clear instructions and easy modules to follow.

Rachel A.

good training

October 21, 2025

Courses aren’t too long and give direct information

Aaliyah S.

Convenient and Clear

October 21, 2025

This is a really informative and convenient way to quickly complete your food handler certification.

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October 21, 2025

Julia

5

October 21, 2025

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Mugisha R.

The Basics

October 21, 2025

Although the course material felt dry and repetitive at times, overall the information was informative, and hammered home the basics of working food in any setting. Great course for beginners and for those novice food handlers who may need to remember a thing or two.

Nasih

5 stars

October 21, 2025

Very informative!

Adrienne