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Richmond County
UGA Extension Office

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. The fee for ServSafe manager re-test is $70.00. Contact 706-821-2350.


Upcoming Events

  • Jul 16 ServSafe® Manager Certification Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe® Manager Certification course and exam at the Greene County Extension Office Conference room in Greensboro, GA (1180 C. Weldon Smith Dr. Suite 110 Greensboro, GA 30642) This training will be an one-day course with exam. Thursday, July 16th will be an instruction and review day from 8:45 to 5:30 PM.
    • Washington, GA - (48.0 Miles)
  • Jul 25 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Early County Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe® Manager Certification Course and exam at the Early County Extension Office Conference Room in Blakely, GA. This training will be a two-day course. Saturday, July 25, will be an instruction and review day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Monday, July 27, will be exam day from 3:00 – 5:30 pm.
    • BLAKELY, GA - (224.0 Miles)
  • Jul 27 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Early County Join us for the nationally recognized ServSafe® Manager Certification Course and exam at the Early County Extension Office Conference Room in Blakely, GA. This training will be a two-day course. Saturday, July 25, will be an instruction and review day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Monday, July 27, will be exam day from 3:00 – 5:30 pm.
    • BLAKELY, GA - (224.0 Miles)
  • Jul 28 2-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 over two days with the 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! 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 - (71.0 Miles)
  • Aug 4 SERV Safe Manager's Certification Training and Exam- Coweta County UGA Extension Coweta County offers SERV Safe 8 hour classes with exam for food service professionals. This class from the National Restaurant Association is nationally accredited.
    • Newnan, GA - (167.0 Miles)
  • Aug 4 Spanish ServSafe Manager Course and Examination - SPANISH ServSafe Course and Examination will be offered in SPANISH. Georgia Cooperative Extension provides the nationally recognized, accredited ServSafe® training for foodservice managers through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Upon successful completion of the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager examination, the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certificate will be issued.
    • Carrollton, GA - (183.0 Miles)
  • Aug 10 ServSafe® Manger Certification Training and Exam - Monroe County Georgia Cooperative Extension provides nationally recognized and accredited ServSafe® training for food service managers from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Upon successful completion of the ServSafe® examination, the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certificate will be issued by the NRAEF. Limited spaces are available. You must register by calling our office: 478-994-7014
    • Forsyth, GA - (117.0 Miles)
  • Sep 21 ServSafe Manager Certification Training and Exam - Spalding County Are you a new food service manager who needs their ServSafe certification? Or has it been 5 years and you need to renew your ServSafe certification? Register today for the nationally recognized ServSafe Manager Certification training and exam. The content for this training will be delivered in one day with the exam directly following completion of course material. The course topics include food safety at all stages, facilities and pest management, cleaning and sanitizing, and more! Cost: $150, includes 5 hours of in-person instruction with a 1-hour lunch break (on your own), course book, study materials, certification exam, drinks and snacks during the training. Payment is accepted over the phone or in person. Course book and study materials must be picked up no later than September 7, 2026 for you to study before the training and exam date. To receive your certification, you need to receive a score of 70% or higher. If you do not pass the exam, you may re-test within 30 days for an additional $70.
    • Griffin, GA - (134.0 Miles)