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ServSafe® Food Handler Certification Training

ServSafe® is a nationally recognized program developed by the Educational Foundation of The National Restaurant Association for food service workers in restaurant, school, hospital and other food service settings. Upon completion of this course, participants will received a certificate that is widely recognized and accepted by the majority of local and state jurisdictions that require food service safety training.

The fee for this ServSafe® course is $150 which includes instruction, the course book, exam booklet, and administration of the test. Upon request the text book is available in select languages other than English. For additional information about the class and future dates, you may contact Amanda Harner at (478) 994-7014 or amanda.harner@uga.edu


ServSafe® Manager Certification Training

ServSafe® is a nationally recognized program developed by the Educational Foundation of The National Restaurant Association for food service workers in restaurant, school, hospital and other food service settings. Upon completion of this course, participants will received a certificate that is widely recognized and accepted by the majority of local and state jurisdictions that require food service safety training.

The fee for this ServSafe® course is $150 which includes instruction, the course book, exam booklet, and administration of the test. Upon request the text book is available in select languages other than English. See below for upcoming Manager Certification Trainings near you. 


fileWe provide Georgia's food service industry with food safety training using the National and Georgia Restaurant Associations ServSafe® Manager program. We hold the ServSafe® Manager course and test quarterly and proctor additional exams by request. We can also provide ServSafe® Food Handler training. The ServSafe® Manager workshops include the latest textbook, exam session, light refreshments, and 1 day of instruction. We will break for lunch around noon. 2023 Class dates: $150.00 per person July 28 | 8:30 AM - 6 PM August 24 | 8:30 AM - 6 PM September 29 | 8:30 AM - 6PM October 27 | 8:30 AM - 6PM (lunch not provided) Call 478-994-7014 for more information.
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Upcoming Events

  • Apr 15 ServSafe Managers Course and Exam *Registration deadline is April 1st, 2026.* Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe Manager Certification Course in Darien, GA. The content for this course will be delivered in one day with the online exam directly following completion of course material. Time: 8:30-5:00 PM (lunch on your own) Registration: $150 (all-inclusive) Book and materials must be picked up no later than 2 weeks prior to class date! The fee for this ServSafe® course is $150 which includes instruction, the course book, and administration of the test. Upon request the text book and online test are available in select languages other than English. For additional information about the class and future dates, you may contact Michelle Quick at Michelle.Quick@uga.edu or 912-554-7577
    • Darien, GA - (184.0 Miles)
  • Apr 21 One-Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course + Exam Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe Manager Certification Course and exam at the Georgia Grown Innovation Center in Metter, GA. The content for this course will be delivered in one day with the exam directly following completion of course material. Time: 8:00-5:00 PM (lunch on your own) Registration: $150 (all-inclusive) Book and materials must be picked up no later than 2 weeks prior to class date! Class may be cancelled or rescheduled due to low participation. For more information, please contact the Candler County Extension Office at 912-685-2408.
    • Metter, GA - (115.0 Miles)
  • Apr 22 ServSafe Managers Course and Exam UGA Carroll County Extension is offering a one-day ServSafe® Manager Certification Course on April 22nd, 2026. Course details: • Registration deadline: April 10, 2026 • Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (lunch on your own) • Fee: $150 (all-inclusive) Registration includes: • Full day of instruction and exam review • ServSafe® Manager course book and study materials • Certification exam • Light snacks Topics include: • Food safety at all stages of operation • Facilities and pest management • Cleaning and sanitizing • Additional essential food safety practices For questions, contact Victoria Presnal, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, at victoria.presnal1@uga.edu or 770-836-8546 Register early to secure your spot and take the next step toward ServSafe® Manager certification.
    • Carrollton, GA - (80.0 Miles)
  • May 5 ServSafe Manager Level Instruction and Exam (May 5th and May 12th) Two-Day Instruction This ServSafe Manager Level training will be split into two separate days, each day having a class time from 9:00am-5:00pm window in consideration of the recent update in ServSafe Manager curriculum with the new 9th edition. ServSafe is a training designed and offered by the National Restaurant Association to enhance the quality of service and safety within restaurant establishments. Through the use of educational resources, materials, and programs led by trained and certified instructors and proctors, ServSafe helps to cultivate and reinforce effective and safe service within those who work within and manage the food operation. The Manager's Level course will give participants instruction on food safety at all stages, facilities and pest management, along with cleaning, sanitizing, and other topics. This event will be a one day course including both instruction and exam.
    • Douglasville, GA - (72.0 Miles)