AAA Food Handler provides a state-approved food handler card Cook County area, ensuring food service professionals meet all Illinois Health Department Food Safety requirements. This 100% online course is available 24/7 in English and Spanish, helping individuals and businesses comply with local regulations efficiently.



















AAA Food Handler offers a convenient, fully online course for food service professionals across Cook. Our ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited program meets all Illinois Department of Health standards, providing essential training for safe food handling practices.

Available anytime, anywhere for convenient learning

1.5 hours of comprehensive training

Instantly downloadable upon passing the exam
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
The Food Handler Card is a certificate that demonstrates completion of a food safety training program. It is required for employees handling food in Cook County to ensure safe practices in restaurants, cafeterias, and other foodservice establishments.
The online course takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete and is accessible 24/7.
You can take the course entirely online through the AAA Food Handler website. Simply select Illinois State during registration, purchase the course, and start learning immediately.
You must score at least 70% on the 40-question final exam to receive your certificate. You have two attempts to pass.
Yes, the card is designed to meet Cook County health department requirements, but it is also widely accepted by other Illinois counties. Verify with your local health department for full acceptance.
Yes, the AAA Food Handler Course and exam are available in English and Spanish.
Your certificate is valid according to Cook County regulations, which typically require renewal every three years.
Yes, business owners and managers can manage, track, and report employee course progress directly through the AAA Food Handler admin portal.
The course starts at $6.95. Bulk purchase discounts are available for groups of 30 or more employees.
Yes, upon successful completion of the exam, you will receive a Food Handler Certificate immediately online.
Yes, your certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
For assistance with your course, certificate, or account, please contact our support team at (714) 592-4100. We’re happy to help with any questions or issues you may have.
Food Handler Reviews
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The course was painless with its delivery, however still kept your attention and focus! It was informative without it being too lengthy, and made it fun with the interactive modules.
Extremely helpful, and very informative!
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Easy to understand instruction. Would recommend to anyone needing a food handler card
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great experience , i have learned a lot!