Kentucky

Kentucky Food Handler Certificate Training

ANAB-accredited

Complete online anytime, anywhere

Available in English and Spanish

The Food Safety Branch within the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) does not require foodservice workers to complete food handler training. However, many local health departments do require some form of dedicated training.

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Do I need a food handler card or certificate to work in Kentucky’s food industry?

The Kentucky DPH does not require most food handlers to earn a food handler card or certificate. However, many country and district health departments have their requirements, and you should confirm those requirements before making a purchase.

Will this training help me become a certified food protection manager?

No, Trust20’s Food Handler Certificate Training teaches the fundamentals of food safety. If you need to feel more prepared before scheduling an exam session to try to earn certified food protection manager credentials, Trust20’s Food Protection Manager Training can provide you with in-depth training about food safety management.

Where can I stay up-to-date on food safety in the state of Kentucky?

Kentucky Department for Public Health - Food Safety Branch: Explore resources and regulations for food safety guidelines. Visit their official website.

Kentucky Food Code: The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) holds establishments to the standards of the FDA Food Code 2013 and is actively preparing to adopt the 2022 FDA Food Code in 2025.

Where can I learn more about Trust20’s Food Handler Certificate Training?

Visit Trust20’s Food Handler Certificate Training page to learn more about the course format and content, as well as the learning objectives and how the course was developed.

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Impartiality Statement: Trust20 understands and values the importance of impartiality in carrying out our certification activities. Trust20 has documented structures, policies, and procedures to manage conflicts of interest and ensure the objectivity of our certification activities. We identify and document any possibilities for conflicts of interest whether they arise from within or from the activities of related bodies. Trust20 will not provide certification to anybody related to a conflict of interest.

Interactive learning

Stay engaged throughout the course with dynamic lessons that include videos, matching, and decision-making activities.

State-specific resources

Learn about regulations and requirements specific to Kentucky, and download additional resources to help support your knowledge.

Real-world applications

Connect the course to your experiences via scenario-based learning developed by industry experts.

Accreditation #9065

Trust20's certification program is ANAB-CFP accredited.

Trust20's online, remote-proctored Certified Food Protection Manager exam is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and Conference for Food Protection (CFP). This exam meets the requirements for food manager certification in most states, but please confirm your local requirements with the health department.

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