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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 ANABÂ 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 ANABÂ 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
Been in the industry for 10 years. Great learning experience
Been in the restaurant industry for 10 years now. With this course I’ve learned things I haven’t seen or noticed before. Thank!
Easy to understand and lots of good information.
I learned alot of new information about food handling and it was great to get a refresher on all the different aspects of food handling.
This is the best course that I did. The topics are nicely structured and divided to easy understand. I dint even realized that I was going through a training as it was like a real time conversation with examples.
The test answer choices need to be reviewed for errors and corrected. Not very professional
It was easy to follow and understand the food handler requirements
This test was engaging clear and relevant.
Easy course easy exam
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Pretty quick and thorough.
It was very easy to fallow along and not get bored. The program was engaging and simple to understand.
Great training video to prepare for the test!
Important
Good review