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AAA Food Handler

MAINE
FOOD HANDLERS CARD

4.9
(26,864 reviews)

4.9
(26,864 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 

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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)

Enroll in the approved online food handler course, finish the lessons, and pass the final exam with at least 70% to receive your certification.

Enroll in the approved online food handler course, finish the lessons, and pass the final exam with at least 70% to receive your certification.

The Food Handler Course program covers key food safety topics like personal hygiene, time and temperature control, cross-contamination prevention, and proper cleaning techniques.

The food handler course takes approximately 1.5 hours and is entirely self-paced.

You’ll have two chances to pass the 40-question test.

Typically, your Food Handler certificate remains valid for 3 years, depending on the employer or local health department guidelines.

Maine allows the sale of non-potentially hazardous foods prepared in home kitchens, as long as they are shelf-stable. These include products like breads, cookies, fruit jams and jellies, candies, dry mixes, granola, and other items that can be safely stored without refrigeration.

The Food Handler training is fully online and available 24/7 from any computer, tablet, or smartphone.

The course is available in both English and Spanish.

Anyone who handles unpackaged food, works with food-contact surfaces, or is involved in food service operations should complete the training.

This Maine Food Handlers Card is priced at just $6.95 and includes two attempts at the final exam.

This certification is accredited by the ANAB and aligns with food safety standards set by the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). It meets all regulatory requirements for food establishments in Maine.

It helps you follow best practices for food safety, enhances job opportunities, and reduces the risk of foodborne illness.

Managers can log in to monitor employee progress and download training records through our built-in reporting tools.

Yes. The Maine food handler course is offered through a provider accredited by the ANAB, ensuring it meets nationally recognized food safety training standards.

Absolutely. Once you pass the final exam, your certificate is available for immediate download or printing for employer or health department use.

For accurate food safety regulations and official guidance in Maine, contact:

Maine Division of Environmental Health, 286 Water Street, 3rd Floor, Augusta, Maine 04333.

No, Maine does not require food safety training for cottage food producers. However, obtaining a ANSI Accredited Food Handler certificate is highly recommended to ensure proper food safety practices and boost consumer trust.

Food Handler Reviews

4.9

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It was long

October 15, 2025

It was long

Anita D.

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October 15, 2025

Donavin L.

Painless

October 15, 2025

Very simple very painless very easy to understand

Tammy

foods service class

October 15, 2025

i was so excited about this whole ordeal it was amazing thanks

lewis W.

food handling class

October 15, 2025

was a very valuable, convenient training well needed to be successful in the food industry . Enjoyed the friendly environment and would like too see more classes available !!

Rosalind

Very good

October 15, 2025

It was very helpful to watch the videos before the tes.

Niyona B.

ROMAN

October 15, 2025

GREAT

ROMAN M.

good

October 15, 2025

good

Hudson

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October 15, 2025

I recommended everyone

Kevin

thorough training

October 15, 2025

clear instructions, slides were nicely presented

Karin K.

it was fine

October 15, 2025

it was fine I liked how it made me interested and it was hard on he test and the words hurted my brain

Tara

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October 15, 2025

Charles R.

Fast and easy

October 15, 2025

It was very informative and interactive

Chris

fun :)

October 15, 2025

fun

brigitte

Quick and easy

October 15, 2025

Loved how easy everything was to learn and understand.

Jay

Wonderful Course

October 15, 2025

One of the most direct and detail oriented food handling courses I have taken.

Kimberly E.

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October 15, 2025

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October 15, 2025

Caroline R.

Tablet

October 15, 2025

Tablets are to slow

Rashion A.

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October 15, 2025

i like the class

prapaphan R.