Texas Food Handler Certification
$8.00* - enter discount code FOOD at checkout!
- 1 hour online course.
- Printable certificate-valid for 2 years.
- Mobile Friendly Course!
- TDSHS Approved Training
Food Handler Certification
We offer food handler training in both English and Spanish. It takes about an hour to complete, there is no final exam, and you can immediately print your food handler card.
Food Handler Certification
Our food handler certification course has been approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services and meets all the requirements to get your food handler card.
Food Handler Certification
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Texas Food Handler - Course Features
Our online food handler safety course satisfies the requirements for food service and retail food industry workers to get their Texas food handler certification.
2-Year Food Handler Certification
Self-Paced Training available 24/7
No Final Exam
Works on Computers, Tablets, and Phones
Print Your Food Handler Certificate Immediately
NOTE: Some local jurisdictions require additional registration and fees along with the food handler certificate you receive at the end of this course. Please contact your local health department to see if this is a requirement in your area.
Food Handler Certification - Course Outline
Our food handler training consists of an introduction and six lessons of instruction. There is not a test at the end of the course. Click on each lesson below to review the topics in that lesson.
Introduction
- Introduction to our Texas Food Handler Course
Lesson 1: Importance of Food Safety
- Definitions
- Foodborne Illness
- Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
Lesson 2: Personal Hygiene
- Handwashing
- Employee Illness
- Handling Ready to Eat Foods
Lesson 3: Controlling Time & Temperature
- Examples of TCS Foods
- Temperature Danger Zone
- Thermometers
- Food Receiving and Storage
- Cooking and Holding Hot Foods
Lesson 4: Preventing Cross Contamination
- Safe Food Storage
- Serving and Self-Service
- Food Allergens
Lesson 5: Cleaning & Sanitizing
- Cleaning vs. Sanitizing
- Using 3 Compartment Sinks
- Using Dishwashers
Lesson 6: Pest Control
- Pest Control
- Conclusion
No Final Exam
- No Final Exam
Food Handler Certificate Delivery
Your food handler certificate is available to print or save immediately after you complete the course and it will be emailed to you. You can also login to your account at anytime to print or download your certificate.
If a printer is not available for you, there will be an option during checkout to receive a mailed certificate for an additional $5.
Renewing Your Food Handler Certificate
To renew your food handler Certification, you must complete the Texas food handler certification course again. The entire course must be taken every two years to renew your certificate.
TDSHS-Approved Training
Our online Texas Food Handler Safety course is provided by TrainingNow.com (license #66) and has been reviewed and approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services.