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Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.
Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
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
4.9
Great program!
To the point, clear and concise.
Informative
Very informative easy to use
Para mí son importante todo los puntos tanto la higiene personal como los patógeno, pero el que más resalta es la contaminación cruzada que la veo en muchos restaurantes que e trabajado
Es importante la higiene tanto los patógenos que podemos producir y la importancia de la la contaminación cruzada y los productos químicos
The course was easy to follow, the modules were clear and engaging.
very good
Informative course, just wish they did not use a robot voice.
Loved this service, I was in and out in an afternoon and now ready to pick up shits everywhere
great and quick
Interesting and informative lessons and facts to know about what should be standard procedures in food serving establishments …taking notes helps there is a lot to know and use in everyday handling of food at home as well as at work.
The course was very interesting thanks to its audiovisual information and the questions were also very efficient when working
Understandable and painless
very informative, pleasent voice and finished in a timely manner
It was a very professional food safety class
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