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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
It was quick, simple and easy to finish in one sitting.
I found the Food Handler course to be very informative and easy to follow. It clearly explained the importance of food safety and the proper practices to prevent contamination. The examples and scenarios made it easier to understand how to apply food safety in real situations. Overall, this course helped me gain a better understanding of why food safety is so important and how I can handle food more responsibly.
this has helped me realize all the germs a restaurant can have. I now know how to handle food and keep the place clean. This was very very helpful!!
The course was very informative and helpful.i will apply them through my time and career here at hello fresh 🤝🤝
na
Touches upon various subjects in handling food, well educating
Easy to follow and understand
Very in-depth
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The information provided was easy to follow and easy to remember for recall
Common mistake made in very day practices made at home are now eliminate around my home and will be avoid at work !!!
Me pareció muy interesante y creativo ademas de que me ayudo a reforzar mis conocimientos.
This course was very informative and easy to follow with all the videos.