Food Handler Class Information Page

Attention: Please Read the Following:

All food service employees are required to obtain a Food Handler Permit.

Only food service managers working in Independence are required to obtain the Food Manager Permit.

If you have a comparable food safety certification (ServSafe, Culinary Degree, etc.), it is not necessary to attend either class. However, it is required to obtain a permit. The fee is $15.00 for a Food Handler permit and $30.00 for a Manager Permit. Please bring proof of your certification (card, certificate, diploma, etc.) and a photo I.D. to the Health Department. (515 S. Liberty) Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to do so.

Registration for the following classes requires prepayment.
Food Handler classes are $15.00 and Food Manager classes are $30.00. There is no charge for Food Handler classes to those who are volunteers or over the age of 65. Registration fees will not be refunded but will be applied to the permit fee if you attend this session and pass the test. If you cannot attend the class for which you pre-paid and re-schedule by at least noon the day prior to the class, the pre-payment can be applied to the re-scheduled class.

Classes will be canceled if the Independence Schools are closed due to inclement weather.

To continue registering for a Food Handler or Food Manager's class click on the button below.