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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

  • May 13 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)
  • May 14 Roadside Farm Stand Webinar This virtual program will cover the first steps to getting started in the roadside farm stand business, including planning your stand, selecting a location, and deciding what products to offer. We will also discuss how your stand fits into the bigger picture of your local area and community, helping you better understand your audience and market opportunities. After that, we will dive into the food safety aspects of owning a roadside farm stand, highlighting essential practices to ensure products are handled, stored, and sold safely while meeting applicable guidelines.
    • Virtual Event
  • Jun 2 2 Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course & Exam Georgia Cooperative Extension provides the nationally recognized and accredited ServSafe® training for foodservice 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.
    • Crawfordville, GA - (52.0 Miles)
  • Jun 3 2 Day ServSafe Manager Certification Course & Exam Georgia Cooperative Extension provides the nationally recognized and accredited ServSafe® training for foodservice 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.
    • Crawfordville, GA - (52.0 Miles)
  • Jun 3 Making Kimchi at Home Join UGA Extension for a Make Kimchi Safely at Home Workshop. Participants will learn safe, research-based food preservation practices through a kimchi-making demonstration. Workshop Details Wednesday, June 3 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM UGA Extension Cobb County 678 South Cobb Drive, Suite 200 Marietta, GA 30060 Cost: $5 Registration is required. Only 12 spots are available. To register, call 770-528-4070 The workshop includes: 1-hour workshop Demonstration of kimchi making Kit valued at $25, including a tested recipe, dry ingredients, and a weighing scale
    • Marietta, GA - (153.0 Miles)
  • Jun 13 Food Preservation Class - Water Bath Canning and Steam Bath Canning Salsa Ready to learn how to can your own delicious Salsa? Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026 from 9 AM - 12 PM for a hands-on class covering boiling water bath canning and steam canning! $25 Registration Includes: * 3 hours of hands-on instruction * Recipe for homemade Strawberry Jam * 1 jar of your very own canned salsa to take home * A UGA Canvas tote bag Space is limited to 8 participants per session, and registration is required!
    • Cairo, GA - (225.0 Miles)
  • Jun 30 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 June 16, 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)
  • 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)