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Training Program Details

Region: 4

Industry: Hospitality and Tourism

Program Name: Food Sanitation Certificate

Agency: Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials

Career Information: Information about this career

Background Check: Background Check is not required for this training/career path

Description: This ANSI accredited Food Handler training is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and meets the requirements of the new Illinois Food Handler Law (SB1495). After completing the interactive and engaging online course and passing the test, food handlers can print an official Illinois Food Handler Card. By the end of this course, you will be able to: Identify how to keep the hands, body, and attire clean to protect food and food contact surfaces from contamination; Recognize populations that are highly susceptible to food borne illness and symptoms and illnesses that must be reported to a manager; Identify time and temperature control methods and requirements to prevent bacterial growth in food; Identify processes and procedures necessary for maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. A State of Illinois Food Handler Permit may be printed upon successful completion of the online training and test.

Length of Training (The length of your training may be longer if you need classes to improve your math or reading skills.): 1 weeks

How Program is Offered: Online Classes

Pre-requisites: Math: => 6th Grade Reading: => 6th Grade Degree: N/A Language: N/A

Remediation / Bridge Program: Yes

Goals: Certificate of Completion, Industry Recgonized Credential/Certification

What is the minimum drug test requirement for participants?A drug test is not required.

Can the participant have more than 3 tickets in 3 years? Yes

Is a valid drivers license required? No

Vision Requirement: Vision corrected with glasses or contacts is acceptable.

Which tests are participants required to pass? No Tests

Lifting Requirement: Less Than 25 pounds

Standing Requirement: 2 hours

Required to sit for long periods? No

Age Range: 18-62

Appearance Requirement: Must have natural colored hair and make-up

Taste/Smell Requirement: Must tolerate cookings smells including unpleasant smells

Language: English

Discussion Questions & Considerations

• What would you do if you could start your dream job tomorrow?
• How much time are you willing to commit to improve your future?
• Do you meet the minimum requirements? If you have less than a high school equivalency degree, you may need to complete remediation training before entering training. Some programs require a credential before entering the training program.
• See how the program is offered. Does it include work experience? If so, when? Is the training offered in two locations? For example, is classroom training at one location and worksite training at a different location?
• Be honest about your background. If a background check is required, it will be checked out. The same is true for medical and drug tests.

Transportation

This training location is accessible by: Bus, Driving

Discussion Questions & Considerations

• Is distance/time to travel reasonable?
• Is the training accessible by public transportation?