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No thanksThe nine hour course is taught in three sessions based on the principles of sanitary food service and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point procedures.
All participants are required to achieve a mark of 70% or above to pass the exam and become certified.
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Upon successful completion, a Safe Food Handling Certificate will be issued which is valid for five years. This certificate meets the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care food safety training requirements and is recognized by health units throughout Ontario.
The Food Handler Certificate is valid for 5 years, after that point the certificate expires and recertification is necessary.
The course is taught in English with a classroom format.
Cost: $35.00 per person (includes manual and certificate).
Payment is required prior to the course date. Cash, debit, credit card or cheque are accepted. (Make cheque payable to "Niagara Region Public Health")
To register, call or email Janet Cassar at 905-688-8248, ext. 7230, 1-888-505-6074.
Attendance for all three sessions is crucial.
Full refunds are only given when notice is given 48 hours prior to the first session.
Online and paper courses are also available, both require an exam proctored by a health inspector.