Missouri Food
Handler Certification

Name: Missouri Food Handler Certification
Brand: Responsible Training
SKU: 799
Price: 9.99 USD
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4.5 (7150 reviews)

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Valid for 3 years
Available in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese
1 - 2 hour course and exam - get certificate immediately
Accepted by State and most other state health departments

If you work in Jefferson County, MO, please go to this page to sign up for the approved course.

This course may not be valid in the following counties: St. Charles, Independence, Lafayette, Boone, Cape Girardeau, nor in Kansas City (parts of Cass, Clay, and Platte counties).
Please contact your manager or local health department to determine what Food Handler training is required where you work.

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1 - 2 Hours

How it works

1. Register

2. Take Course

Our interactive lesson modules make learning simple and convenient.

3. Pass & Get Certificate Instantly

Pass the final exam and download your certificate instantly.

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Loved by Food Service Pros Across the Country

“Super easy and fast! I finished the course on my phone during a lunch break and had my certificate right away. Definitely recommend it to anyone starting a food service job.” Food Handler Learner

"I liked how it had a person read it to me. Because i am dyslexic. It was very accommodating." Food Handler Learner

"The test was well organized, and I would recommend to others." Food Handler Learner

"Overall, it was amazing and helped me get my food handlers license quickly for my job." Food Handler Learner

"This course was very fair and I recommend it." Food Handler Learner

"This was a great course and explained everything in a way that we can remember it." Food Handler Learner

"It was amazing and easy to follow through! Definitely would recommend." Food Handler Learner

"Great learning experience." Food Handler Learner

Why Choose Responsible Training?

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Train at Your Convenience

Learn at your own pace. Your progress saves automatically every time.

Unlimited Exam Attempts

A passing score is 70%. Enjoy free, unlimited retakes until you pass.

Nationally Accredited

ANAB-accredited certificate accepted at most food service jobs across the country.

How it Works:
Handle Food Safely in Missouri

The course includes 6 short lessons and a final exam — covering everything you need to know about safe food handling.

Course Duration

Less than 2 hours
(self-paced)

100% Online & Mobile-Friendly

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Exam Attempts

Unlimited free exam attempts

Lessons

Lesson 1

Food Safety Basics

Lesson 2

Personal Hygiene

Lesson 3

Receiving and Storing Food

Lesson 4

The Temperature Danger Zone

Lesson 5

Sanitation, Cleaning, and Hygiene

Lesson 6

Employee Health Status

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Your Questions, Answered

Frequently asked questions

Who needs a Food Handlers Card?

Anyone who prepares, handles, or serves food in a licensed food establishment —such as restaurants, cafes, or food trucks—may be required to have an ANAB-accredited Food Handlers Card. This includes cooks, servers, dishwashers, and other staff involved in food preparation or service.

Is the certificate state-approved?

Our ANAB-accredited Food Handler course is accepted in counties in Missouri. However, if you work in Jefferson County then you need this course. Several other counties have specific certification requirements. Check with your state or local health department to see if there are any special certification requirements for your area.

How long does it take to complete?

The course takes about 1 to 2 hours to complete and is entirely online.

Is there an exam?

Yes — at the end of the Food Handler course you’ll take an online final exam testing the food safety concepts you have learned. When you successfully pass the exam you’ll have earned an ANAB-Accredited Food Handlers certificate.

When do I get my certificate?

You’ll receive your Responsible Training Food Handler Certificate immediately after passing the final exam. It’s available to download or print right away.

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