Sioux - Hudson Literacy Council
41 King St., Box 829, Sioux Lookout, Ontario P8T 1B8








Introduction to Food Safety Certification

This course is designed by Ontario Native Literacy Coalition (ONLC) as a preparation and study companion for learners interested in obtaining their Food Handlers certification in Ontario. Food Handling is part of many jobs and having the certification can be a great addition to your resumé. This Moodle course goes over who needs the Food Handler certification, how to properly cook and handle food, what foodborne illness is, and an introduction to some Indigenous cooks, restaurants, and more! Upon completion of this course, learners may be eligible to have their Food Handler Certification course and exam covered by GLA (limited spots available).

Lesson 1: Introduction and Legislation in Ontario
Lesson 2: Introduction to Foodborne Illnesses - Microbiological Foodborne Illness
Lesson 3: Foodborne Illness Part 2: Chemical, Physical, Allergies and reporting Foodborne Illness
Lesson 4: Safe Food Handling Part 1
Lesson 5: Safe Food Handling Part 2
Lesson 6: Sanitation within Food Premises
Lesson 7: Possible Avenues and Exploring Traditional Foods
Lesson 8: Practice Test (40 MC Questions)
Optional: Review Chart Study Guides
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Session ID: Introduction to Food Safety Certification
Dates: Jan 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2025
Time: Anytime
Registration End Date:
Mar 31, 2025 12:00 AM
Comments: Learning System: Moodle (Short Course)

Note: This is a preparatory course that will help you prepare for the Food Handlers certification course and exam. You will NOT receive a Food Handlers Certification from this course.

Upon completion of this course, learners may be eligible to have their Food Handler Certification course and exam covered by GLA.

*Coverage is not guaranteed. Certification spots are limited yearly. To qualify, the Moodle course must first be completed successfully with at least 75% within 30 days.*