New Hampshire Food Handler Certificate Training
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (NH DHHS) does not require staff who handle food to earn a food handler card or certificate. However, food safety training can help strengthen your resume and advance your career in the food industry.
This course can help meet local health department and employer food safety requirements and recommendations.

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The NH DHHS does not require kitchen staff, servers, hosts, or other food handlers to hold a food handler card or certificate. However, many establishments require staff to complete this type of training to ensure everyone understands food safety and can adhere to the same best practices.
New Hampshire Retail Food Establishment Requirements: Review the state’s food protection rules, which incorporate guidance from the 2017 FDA Food Code.


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

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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.