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AAA Food Handler

IDAHO
FOOD HANDLERS CARD

4.9
(27,183 reviews)

4.9
(27,183 reviews)

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BENEFITS OF TRAINING

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PREVENT

Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.

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AWARENESS

Improve critical thinking and decision making to prevent or avoid sticky situations.
Food Hygiene Training

ELIMINATE

Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.

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MINIMIZE

Be able to recognize, mitigate, reduce or eliminate the risk of improper food safety procedures.
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PRODUCTIVITY

Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.

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WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

Serving safe food will increase productivity will in turn increase workplace satisfaction.

WHY CHOOSE US 

California Food Manager Certification
Food safety basics

Getting Your Food Handler Card is Quick and Hassle-Free

Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

The Food Handler Course is 100% online, approved, and accredited by the ANAB, which teaches safe food handling basics like hygiene, temperature control, sanitizing, and cross-contamination prevention. It takes about 1.5 hours and is available in English and Spanish.

While Idaho does not have a statewide food handler requirement, many local health districts and employers expect food workers to complete approved food safety training. The Food Handler Course can help you meet health standards and stand out to potential employers.

To earn your Idaho Food Handlers Card, you must complete a state-approved training course and achieve a passing score of at least 70% on the final exam. Once you pass, you’ll instantly receive a Certificate of Completion to share with your employer or local health department.

The Food Handler Certificate course is available online and works seamlessly on computers and mobile devices, 24/7. It’s designed for flexibility, with both English and Spanish versions offered to accommodate a wide range of learners.

Most certificates in Idaho are valid for 3 years, depending on your employer or local health district’s policies. Regular renewal ensures your knowledge stays updated with current food safety standards.

You’re allowed two attempts to pass the 40-question final exam. You can review the course material and try again at no additional cost if needed.

Trained food workers play a significant role in reducing foodborne illness. The CDC attributes 70% of norovirus outbreaks to food service employees. In Idaho, reported outbreaks have declined recently, and ongoing education is key to keeping that trend going.

Idaho permits the sale of shelf-stable, non-potentially hazardous foods that don’t require refrigeration. This includes baked goods (without cream or custard), jams, jellies, candies, granola, dry mixes, and similar homemade products that are safe to store at room temperature.

With Idaho’s food and beverage industry growing rapidly, certified food workers are in high demand. Completing this training from restaurants to grocery stores can help you qualify for roles like cook, prep staff, server, or dishwasher.

You’ll be eligible for roles in kitchens, cafes, delis, bakeries, and more. This includes positions like line cook, busser, bartender, or food runner—any job involving the handling of food or food-contact items.

Visit the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s website for food safety rules, the state food code, district health contacts, and tips on safe food handling.

In Idaho, ANAB recognition ensures Food Protection Manager Certification programs—like those from AAA Food Handler—meet national food safety standards and state public health regulations set by the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).

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For official food safety information in Idaho, contact the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Food Protection Program, 1720 Westgate Drive, Boise, Idaho 83704.

Idaho does not require food safety training for cottage food producers. However, completing a Food Handler certificate is strongly recommended to ensure safe food handling practices and enhance consumer confidence in your products. This certificate can be used to demonstrate your commitment to food safety, even though it’s not mandatory for operating a cottage food business in Idaho.

Food Handler Reviews

4.9

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27,183 reviews
4.9
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November 19, 2025

Lane

Lengthy Course, But Complete and Educational

November 19, 2025

I took my time with this course, as I am a volunteer at a local food kitchen for unhoused individuals. The course took me longer than advertised to complete, but I enjoyed the material, the presentations, and found it all very educational. I am glad I took the course.

G W.

Very Informative

November 19, 2025

Very informative and makes it easy to learn and remember.

Andre

Amazing exam

November 19, 2025

Nice exam.

Eusebio D.

Great lessom

November 19, 2025

perfect

Gerald S.

Great

November 18, 2025

It is great, I only wish it was one continuous video, rather than several small. I appreciated the quizzes in between!

Rosa

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November 18, 2025

good course

julio P.

Could’ve been worse

November 18, 2025

It’s a lot of information it taking in but if you go slow and take notes you’ll be good!

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November 18, 2025

Edmanuel

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Sevastian

Straightforward

November 18, 2025

This food handler course was easy to use and simple to follow.

Brandy

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November 18, 2025

Shomari J.

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November 18, 2025

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food handler

November 18, 2025

was quick and easy

Chris B.

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November 18, 2025

Trabajar en el restaurante de comida no es nada sencillo, pero si es algo que te gusta hacer haras todo lo posible y tendras la disposicion para prender y estar lo mas informada para dar el mejor servivio al cliente.

Martha A.

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November 18, 2025

Shakeera

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November 18, 2025

Susana M.

El mejor curso de alimentos

November 18, 2025

Excelente y

Muy especifico

Betzaira G.

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November 18, 2025

Very Informative.

Kaitlyn C.

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November 18, 2025

Gloria