All public food service establishments must have at least one individual certified in food protection on duty during hours of operation to insure that NYC Department of Health standards are maintained. The Queens College Continuing Education Program is an authorized provider of this food protection course. Upon completing this 15-hour precertification course, you are eligible to take the NYC Department of Health examination which must be taken in the class group , or wait for the next scheduled group's exam. Those who achieve a passing grade on the exam will receive the NYC Health Department Food Protection Certificate. Students must bring a pencil, pen, highlighter and notepad to class.
Tuition includes book and examination fee.