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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.
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
this was a great refresher for me very direct and informational, videos you can replay if needed. I say its a great course to gain knowledge of food safety.
It was nicely laid out and easy to follow.
This course was so easy to understand and made it easy to learn.
There was a practice question during the temperature section about ice that was phrased oddly. It asked if soda can be stored in ice. When I answered yes, it said it cannot be stored in the ice maker, which was not the question. There were also a few during the test that had multiple correct answers. Thanks!
Good
Very nice class easy to understand
This was a very informational course.
I learned so much by taking this course. This course taught me most of what I needed to know on how to properly handle food.
Very informative and helpful
I liked this course it was short and didn’t feel like a burden.
It’s amazing and explains what I need to know
. . It is too long
It was easier than I expected to be.
Interesting and thorough course
I was very nervous at first, but as I continue to listen to the Instructor/Local Health Inspector I became more confident.
Very informative and as comfortable as we my be in our home kitchen, I think if we remember these practices at home we may see some overall benefits and health differences in our love ones.