ABOUT THE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
The ServSafe® Food Safety Program is for individuals who are serving as managers or are in a supervisory role requiring certification. Upon successful completion, participants will receive the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certificate.
WHEN
July 24, 2026 (9:00 AM-4:30 PM)
July 27, 2026 (9:00 AM-3:00 PM)*
*Exam to begin at 1:00 PM
WHERE
Penn State Extension Montgomery County
Register By: July 17, 2026
See event fee details.
Training meets the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture requirements for the Food Employee Certification Act.
The requirements for a Certified Food Protection Manager under the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Food Employee Certification Act will be changing. Until the changes are implemented, the current requirement remains in effect. To receive and maintain certification, individuals are required to pass a certification exam every five (5) years.
The ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course, conducted by Penn State Extension, is for individuals preparing for the food protection certification exam. Completing the ServSafe® Manager Course and passing the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Examination with a 70% or higher meets this requirement.
Who is this for?
- Anyone who needs a ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certification
- Anyone who needs to meet the PDA requirements for food safety certification
- Restaurant managers
- Food service managers
What will you learn?
- How to safely prepare food
- How to safely store, handle, and purchase food
- About foodborne microorganisms and allergens
- About personal hygiene
- How to manage pests
- How to clean and sanitize your facility
Access
Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please call or e-mail the contact person for the course.
Future Classes
For more information regarding future Penn State Extension ServSafe® classes, please go to Pennsylvania ServSafe Calendar.
ServSafe® is a registered trademark of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, used under license by National Restaurant Association Solutions, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the National Restaurant Association.
Space is limited - preregistration is required.