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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
I learned lots of great info about working with food.
I found the course affordable and easy to complete. I needed my certificate on short notice and was able to get it.
Very straight-forward course. I enjoyed taking it!
Really informative and useful!
It was good reminder of some things that can be easily forgotten in the the food service industry.
The course was really clear and easy to follow.
Informative class
This website is really good if your trying to get you food handlers certificate, the only bad thing I would have to say is that the AI voice is really annoying and it talks really slow, other than that it is a really good website.
Great experience knowledgeable information
This was an easy process. It was nice to be able to come back to the course and pick up where I left off. I had some audio issues with the course. The chat customer service was prompt and helpful. Use Chrome and use a computer if you can and you will likely not have the issues I did.
Easy to understand
Easy and fast
This training was well done very informative and I would recommend it
Very informative