01/20/2016 – Food manager’s certification

Betsy Crisp, of UF/IFAS Extension, will offer comprehensive food handler training on Jan. 20, Feb. 17, March 16 and April 20, at the Central Pasco Professional Center, 4111 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. The course includes food safety concepts, such as personal hygiene, property cleaning and sanitizing procedures, proper thawing, cooking, hot holding and reheating foods, and more. Upon completion of the training, participants will receive a state certificate of achievement from the University of Florida, and upon passing the ServSafe Manager’s Exam, will receive a national certification valid for five years. Class starts at 8:30 a.m., with an exam from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is required. For information, call (888) 232-8723.