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Get Your Food Handlers Certificate Course Online
- Health Inspector Developed & Approved
- 100% online & accessible on any device
- Free WHMIS Training Included
Trusted By The Most Recognized Restaurant Chains in Canada
What Is a Food Handler Certificate?
A food handler certificate is proof that you have completed approved food safety training and passed an exam. It is also called a food handlers certificate, a food safety certificate, or a food handling certificate. They all mean the same thing. The certificate shows employers and health inspectors that you know how to handle food safely and prevent foodborne illness.
Who needs a food handler certificate?
You need one if you prepare, cook, serve, or handle food at work. This includes staff in restaurants, cafes, fast food, grocery stores, delis, catering, food trucks, bakeries, schools, daycares, hospitals, and long-term care.
Is it required across Canada?
Yes. Most provinces require at least one certified food handler on site during all hours a food business is open. The Probe It Food Safety certificate is government-approved and accepted by health authorities in every province and territory. In British Columbia, the same training is called FOODSAFE Level 1.
How do I get certified?
You can finish the course and exam online in as little as 6 hours and download your certificate the same day. Registration takes about 30 seconds, and you can start and stop the course whenever you need to.
About Food Safety Course
Probe It Food Safety’s Food Handlers course helps prepare individuals to become capable food handlers by offering an informative, instructional, practical and engaging course using the latest learning technology.
Format: Online
Compatible Devices: Computer, tablet, and smartphone (Android, iOS)
Teaching Methods: Interactive activities, audio, video, full-text, etc.
Length: 6 hours (Start and stop as needed)
The course has ten interactive lessons
OUR COURSE MODULE
Food Handlers Certificate Course Outline
Everything you need to become a Certified Food Handler, all in one course.
The Food Handler Certification Course is divided into 10 easy to follow modules.
Each module has a series of lessons. Throughout the course, we keep you engaged and help you retain what you’ve learned with:
- useful study notes and fact sheets
- interactive learning activities
- interesting videos
Our software features user-friendly navigation, requiring minimal training and quick onboarding.
Module 1: Introduction to Food Safety
Module 2: Food Safety Laws
Module 3: Food Borne Illness
Module 4: Microbial Food Borne Illnesses
Module 5: Safe Food Handling
Module 6: Prevention of Food Contamination
Module 7: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
Module 8: Cleaning and Sanitizing in a Food Premise
Module 9: Personal Hygiene of Food Handlers
Module 10: Maintenance of Food Premises
Module 11: Proctored Exam
In most areas, you can reprint your required Food Handler Certificate by logging in to your account.
- Login
- Click on the Certificates tab on your dashboard
- Print or download your certificate
Who Should Take This Food Handler Certificate Course In Canada?
Across Canada, food service operators are required to ensure their staff hold a valid food handlers certificate. Requirements vary by province: Ontario, Alberta, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Saskatchewan, and PEI all mandate it for food service workers. Probe It Food Safety’s Food Handlers Certificate is government-approved and accepted by health authorities in every Canadian province and territory. Valid for 5 years.
Chat with a Health Inspector
The Certified Health Inspectors at Probe It Food Safety is here to help you meet all regulatory requirements for food safety training, whether selling at a farmer’s market or managing food safety for a large franchise.
Testimonials
What People Are Saying
About Us
Excellent ★★★★✫ 4.8 based on 1,711 reviews
Friendly and polite staff. Answer emails in a timely manner. Available 24/7 to help. They offer exam onsite and provide practice examination first and go over all questions. Being a Culinary Manager and with a food safety background Bashir is very knowledgeable and provides exceptional customer service.
Brendan de Jeu
My brother took the course and was successful at completing the Food Handler Certificate. The modules were really well done and easy to comprehend.
Jessica Cerqueir
Had a great experience with Probe It Food Safety! Very affordable and the website is very user-friendly. When I contacted the support staff, they were always very quick to respond to me. Highly recommend to anyone looking to become food handling certified!
Joshua Batchelor
HOW TO GET YOUR FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE IN canada?
How to become certified Food Safety Online
3 Easy Steps
Register and Begin Immediately
Begin your course by registering in seconds and starting right away.
Take the Online
Test on Any Device
Once you’ve completed the course, you’ll have 24/7 access to the exam on any device with a camera. No need to plan ahead!
Print Certificate
and Wallet Card
After passing the exam, you can download or print your certificate and wallet card!
Why Us
Why Canadian Food & Hospitality Professionals
Love Probe It Food Safety
No Extra Hardware
Probe It Food Safety’s course works on all your favourite devices. We’re talking smartphones, laptops, tablets. Everything.
Health Inspector Hotline
Call our hotline and speak with a health inspector if you have any inquiries about public health for course students or businesses.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We strive for excellence in customer service: if you are not 100% satisfied with our services, we will provide you with a refund.
Government approved across Canada
You will not need to get recertified to work in different provinces or territories because Probe It Food Safety certificates are recognized across Canada.
100% Online
You can retake the exam as many times as you need to pass for free, so there’s no need to stress on your first try!
Same-Day Certification
In as little as 6 hours, you can complete the Food Safety Training Course and the Exam to receive your certification.
Questions?
FOOD SAFETY FAQs
You register, take the course online, pass the proctored exam, then download your certificate the same day. Sign-up takes about 30 seconds, and you can study on any device at your own pace. Most people finish everything in 6 hours.
This course is recommended for anyone who serves food to others, especially those who serve the public.
This course meets legislated food-handling training requirements across Canada and is ideal for staff in restaurants, daycares, camps, long-term care homes, special events, etc.
The course takes about 5 hours, and with the exam, most people finish in around 6 hours. You can start and stop whenever you like, so it is easy to do in one sitting or over a few days.
Yes. Your certificate is accepted by all 34 Ontario Public Health Units and meets the Section 32 requirement under Ontario Reg 493/17. If you work in Ontario, see our Ontario food handler certificate page for the full provincial details.
Get Started In Less Than 30 Seconds
Complete the course and exam from home and on your schedule. Start and stop the course as needed.