University of Illinois Extension of Macoupin County will be offering the state mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam. The Illinois Department of Public Health Food Sanitation Code (section 750.540) requires food service establishments to be under the operational supervision of a certified food protection manager during hours of operation. Certificates need renewal every five years and class attendance is mandatory to sit for the exam.

The two-day course will take place on March 27 and 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Macoupin County Extension Office in Carlinville located at 60 Carlinville Plaza. Participants must attend both classes. The certification exam will take place on the second day of classes. Bring a valid photo ID to the exam.

This class is taught by Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Lisa Peterson and provides the minimum classroom work to prepare for the National Certification Examination. Topics include foodborne illnesses, safe food handling, cooking and storage, employee health and hygiene, facility safety and maintenance, cleaning and sanitization.

The fee for this course is $100 and includes the textbook, class materials, and exam. Classes fill quickly. Please register by March 17. Registration is required and you can register online at go.illinois.edu/foodmanagers or call Macoupin County Extension at 217-854-9604. For any questions or concerns, please call 217-854-9604.

University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in programming, contact 217-854-9604. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting participant needs.