Montana

Montana Food Handler Certificate Training

ANAB-accredited

Complete online anytime, anywhere

Available in English and Spanish

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) does not require servers, kitchen staff, hosts, or other food handlers to complete a food handler training program. However, some employers might require this training as part of their onboarding process. Completing this training can also enhance your resume or demonstrate to your manager that you are ready to take the next step in your career.

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Does the Montana DPHHS require food handler cards?

No, the Montana DPHHS does not require anyone to obtain a food handler card or certificate. However, a food handler certificate of completion can make your resume more appealing to future employers and help you feel more confident in your food safety skills.

Can this training help me earn my food manager certification?

No, Trust20’s Food Handler Certificate Training only covers the fundamentals of food safety. You can only become a certified food protection manager by passing an exam from an approved accredited program, like Trust20’s Food Protection Manager Certification.

Where can I learn more about food safety in Montana?

Montana DPHHS - Environmental Health and Food Safety Section: Stay informed about guidelines that affect foodservice establishments across the state.

Administrative Rules of Montana (ARMs) Subchapter 37.110.02 - Retail Food Establishments: These rules incorporate the FDA Food Code (2013) as a reference, with slight state-specific tweaks.

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 Montana, 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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