1. Does Hawaii require a food handler certificate?

Yes! Each food establishment in Hawaii is required to have at least one employee at all times with a curently valid food handler certificate.

2. What training will be accepted for Hawaii Food Handlers?

Hawaii will accept food handler certificates from ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Food Handler Programs.

3. Is Food Service Prep's Food Handler an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program?

Yes, Food Service Prep has been accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board.

4. Why should I take the Food Service Prep Hawaii Food Handler Program even though only one person at my establishment is required to have the certificate?

Having additional training in safe food handling will not only ensure the safety of your customers, but also show your employer you are serious about your role- you will be relied on to be the one onsite with formal food handler training. Additionally, the Food Service Prep Food Handler is ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited, meaning it meets the highest standards for quality training.

5. Where can I find my Hawaii Food Handler Certificate?

If you got your Hawaii Food Handler Certificate from Food Service Prep, you can login at anytime to view and email your certificate.

6. Where can I take your Hawaii Food Handler Program?

You can register and complete our food handler course from any cell phone, tablet or computer. Take it whenever and wherever it is convenient for you.

7. What will I receive to indicate that I've completed training through an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program?

We will email you a Hawaii Food Handler Certificate that is valid for 3 years after completion of our program. Additionally, you can log in to your account on FoodServicePrep.com to view and email your certificate at any time.

8. Where is my Hawaii Food Handler Card valid?

Food Service Prep's Food Handler is valid everywhere in Hawaii.

9. How long is my food handler card or certificate valid?

The Hawaii Food Handler certificate is valid for 3 years after being issued. The issue date will be listed on the certificate.

10. Is a Food Handler Certificate the same as a Food Safety Card?

Yes, a Food Handler Certificate is the same as a Food Safety Certificate, Food Handler Card, or Food Handling Card.

11. Do I need a Hawaii Food Handler Certificate if I have a homemade food operation?

Yes, all homemade food sellers in Hawaii are required to complete and maintain a currently valid food handler certificate. The Hawaii Food Handler will meet this requirement.

For more information about the food handler requirement in Hawaii, please visit the State of Hawaii Department of Health website.

Group Purchase FAQs

1. How does group purchase work?

If you purchase more than one Hawaii Food Handler course, you will be registered as a manager and be provided with voucher codes for each course you purchase. You will then be able to login and email a voucher code to each member of your team. You can also download the voucher codes and distribute them- we have made it easy to copy them or export to excel. Your team members will then create an account and use the voucher codes to immediately start the training. When you login as a manager, you will be able to see the progress of your entire team.

2. How do I use my Voucher code?

Make sure you are logged in, then click to redeem your voucher.

3. How does your group purchase program benefit me?

By using our group purchase program you will be able to track all of your team's progress in one place with our manager-only report. Each of your team member's certificates will also be easily viewable on our website. Also, enjoy up to 20% savings on the Hawaii Food Handler courses.

If you have additional questions, please give us a call at 1-800-712-1707 or send us an email at FoodServicePrep@gmail.com