San Diego Food
Handler Certification

Name: San Diego Food Handler Training
Brand: Responsible Training
SKU: 321
Price: 12.99 USD
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4.5 (7150 reviews)

100% Online. Instant Certificate.

Valid for 3 years
Available in English and Spanish
1 - 2 hour course and exam - get certificate immediately
Accepted by the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health

For Riverside or San Bernardino counties, consult your manager.
If you work in any other locations in California, you need this course.

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Available in the Following Languages:

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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?

Get Certified in less than 2 Hours —
100% Online, Accepted by the County of San Diego, and Print Certificate Immediately

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.

San Diego Accredited

Accredited certificate accepted in San Diego county.

How it Works:
Handle Food Safely in California

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

Course Duration

Around 1 to 2 hours (self-paced)

100% Online & Mobile-Friendly

Learn anytime, anywhere

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 San Diego Food Handlers Card?

Anyone who prepares, handles, or serves food in a licensed food establishment in in San Diego county—such as restaurants, cafes, or food trucks—is typically required to have a county-approved Food Handlers Card. This includes cooks, servers, dishwashers, and other staff involved in food preparation or service.

Is the certificate state-approved?

No — our San Diego county-approved Food Handler course is accepted only in San Diego county.

If you work outside of San Diego county then you need to take this course.

If you work in San Bernardino or Riverside counties, check with your manager for the certification requirements.

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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