Classes & ClinicsFood Handler Certification
The Food Handler Certification Program
The Food Handler Certification Program teaches food handlers about food safety. During the course, food handlers learn the following:
- Food safety laws
- Ways to handle food safely
- How to properly store, prepare, cook and serve food to prevent food poisoning
Ways to Become A Certified Food Handler
CK Public Health Food Handler Course
CK Public Health has food safety courses all year for $40. This price includes an instruction manual, a probe thermometer, and an exam. The course is open to anyone who wants to become a certified food handler. This is a one-day, in-class course taught by a Public Health Inspector.
Schedule
Important: Registration for each course opens 6 weeks prior to the course date.
May 20th, 2026 (Registration NOW OPEN)
- CK Public Health (435 Grand Ave W., Chatham Rm 301A
- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
July 15th, 2026 (Registration Opens Jun 3)
- CK Public Health (435 Grand Ave W., Chatham Rm 301A)
- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
September 24th, 2026 (Registration Opens Aug 13)
- CK Public Health (435 Grand Ave W., Chatham Rm 301A)
- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
November 12th, 2026 (Registration Opens Oct 1)
- CK Public Health (435 Grand Ave W., Chatham Rm 301A)
- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Registration
You can register quickly and easily online.
If you require additional assistance, you can register in-person at any Chatham-Kent Municipal Service Centre.