2026 Training Opportunities

Formally called the Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification, this program meets the eight-hour coursework and examination requirement set by the Illinois Department of Public Health for the Certified Food Protection Manager certification. Recertification is required every five years.  

April 7 & 9 (Registration by March 16)
Mt. Zion Community Unit School District
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

July 20 & 22 (Register by June 18)
 Vespasian Warner Public Library District
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Oct 7 & 9 (Register by September 14)
Piatt County Extension Office
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.  

Illinois Food Handlers Certificate

Illinois Extension in DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt counties does not currently offer Food Handler training. A Food Handlers Certificate is required for certain individuals working in both restaurant and non-restaurant food businesses, such as childcare centers, nursing homes, schools, etc. Find more information at the Illinois Department of Public Health.