The course aims to promote safe food handling practices and reduce foodborne illness. It covers key topics such as hygiene, sanitation, temperature control, and contamination prevention, which is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB).

Complete the 1.5-hour online course, pass the 40-question exam with at least 70%, and receive a certificate of completion. This card is valid in all New Hampshire counties.

The food handler course costs $6.95; bulk discounts are available for businesses with multiple employees.

You’ll get two attempts to pass the final exam. If you fail on your first try, you can review the course content before retaking it.

The Course includes topics such as:

• Personal hygiene and handwashing
• Time and temperature control
• Cross-contamination prevention
• Safe food storage and preparation
• Cleaning and sanitizing procedures

The Course is 100% online, and you can complete it at your own pace as it is available 24/7, from any device.

You can take the course in English or Spanish, making it accessible to a broader audience.

It provides essential skills and knowledge that enhance food safety, increase your value as an employee, and improve workplace productivity.

The platform lets owners and managers oversee, track, and manage employee course progress and certificate status in real time.

After passing the exam, you’ll receive a downloadable certificate to present to your employer as proof of the Course.

Educating workers on proper food safety practices reduces the risk of contamination and foodborne illness statewide.

You’ll be qualified to work in food service establishments like:

• Restaurants (including Panda Express and Olive Garden)
• Cafés and bakeries
• Hotels like Hyatt
• Food trucks, cafeterias, and more

New Hampshire does not have county-specific food handler card requirements. A standard ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited food handler card is generally accepted statewide. However, you should check with your local health department or employer for specific requirements.

While not required by the state, completing a food safety course from an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited provider is recommended. These online courses cover essential topics like personal hygiene, cross-contamination, time and temperature control, and cleaning and sanitizing.

For official food safety guidance in New Hampshire, contact the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Food Protection Section:

29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301

New Hampshire permits the sale of non-potentially hazardous foods, including baked goods, jams, jellies, dry mixes, granola, candies, and other shelf-stable products. These items must not require refrigeration.

Cottage food operators can earn up to $35,000 annually without requiring a Homestead Food License. Exceeding this threshold necessitates obtaining a license from the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services.

New Hampshire requires cottage food producers to complete a Food Handler certificate to ensure they follow safe food handling practices when preparing and selling homemade foods.