North Carolina

North Carolina Food Handler Certificate Training

ANAB-accredited

Complete online anytime, anywhere

Available in English and Spanish

Trust20’s Food Handler Certificate Training is a resource for food handlers who want to advance their food safety knowledge. While the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) does not require staff to earn a food handler certificate, some employers might.

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Does North Carolina require food handler training?

No, North Carolina does not require food handlers to obtain a specific certificate or permit. However, certified food protection managers (CFPMs) must ensure all staff are trained in food safety best practices.

Does North Carolina require a food handler permit?

No, but as a food handler, it’s your responsibility to understand how to prevent foodborne illness so you can ensure the safety of your customers.

Where can I get more information about food safety in North Carolina?

North Carolina Food Safety Regulations: Learn more about the state’s requirements for training and certification, including those for the person in charge, on Trust20’s blog.

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS): NCDHHS provides strategic oversight in health and human-related services for residents of North Carolina.

Environmental Health Section: This division monitors all aspects of food safety within the state, offering resources to industry professionals and the public.

North Carolina Food Code: Updated in 2021, the North Carolina Food Code is modeled after the 2017 FDA Food Code.

Why should you take the North Carolina Food Handler Certificate Training from Trust20?

If you’re working in North Carolina’s foodservice sector, whether in a restaurant, school, hospital, or any other setting that handles food, having a solid understanding of food safety is key. Trust20’s training equips food handlers with the skills necessary to prevent foodborne illnesses and may help set you apart in the job market.

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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 North Carolina, 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.

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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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North Carolina Food Handler Certificate Training

This course can help you meet DHHS food safety requirements and recommendations.

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