About HandlerWise
We provide accessible, self-paced food safety education for food handlers across the United States.
Educational mission
Help food handlers understand the principles of safe food handling — from cross-contamination and time-and-temperature control to personal hygiene, allergens and cleaning.
Course methodology & assessment
13 modules covering 55 lessons, each with its own knowledge check, followed by a 20-question multiple-choice final assessment. You need 70% to pass and can retake it as many times as you need. Students who pass receive a personalized certificate.
Certificate verification
Each certificate carries a unique ID and QR code that links to a public verification page. We never publish the student's email or contact details.
Accurate state requirements
We maintain an editorial database of state-by-state food handler rules. All statuses default to "under review" until verified by an administrator. We never claim automatic nationwide acceptance.
Training vs. government licensing
Our certificate is private training documentation. It is not a government-issued Food Handler Card, and it is not a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification. When a jurisdiction requires an approved-provider card, students should verify that requirement separately.