ANAB Accredited
Certificate Issuer #0962
West VirginiaFood Handler Card
Accredited, approved online food handler training. Complete in 75 minutes, print your certificate immediately.
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State Approved
Complete in 75 Minutes
Instant Certificate
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Original price was: $15.00.$8.00Current price is: $8.00.
Valid for 3 Years
Certificate Issuer #0962
CDPH Authorized Provider
Who Needs a Food Handler Card in West Virginia?
Restaurant & Café Staff
Servers, cooks, prep staff
Grocery Store Workers
Deli, bakery, produce staff
Catering Teams
Event staff, food prep
School Nutrition Staff
Cafeteria workers
Healthcare Food Service
Hospital, nursing home staff
Food Processing
Manufacturing, packaging
West Virginia Food Handler Requirements
What You Will Learn
1
Foodborne Pathogens
Understanding bacteria, viruses, parasites, and how foodborne illness occurs. Learn about the Big 5 foodborne illnesses that food handlers must be able to identify.
2
Employee Health & Hygiene
Proper handwashing techniques, when to wash hands, illness reporting requirements, and state-specific employee health policies.
3
Time & Temperature Control
The temperature danger zone, safe cooking temperatures, proper cooling procedures, and how to prevent time-temperature abuse in your operation.
4
Contamination Prevention
Cross-contamination risks, allergen awareness (including West Virginia’s labeling requirements), proper food storage order, and safe food handling practices.
5
Cleaning & Sanitizing
Proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures, sanitizer concentrations, three-compartment sink usage, and when to clean and sanitize food contact surfaces.
How Our Food Handler Course Works
Getting your Food Handler Card takes four simple steps. Most people finish the entire process in about 75 minutes, and you can start and stop whenever you need to.
Enroll Online
Sign up in under 2 minutes. Just $8, no hidden fees or upsells.
Complete Training
Self-paced course takes about 75 minutes. Save your progress and resume anytime.
Pass the Exam
40 multiple-choice questions, 70% to pass. Free retake included.
Get Your Certificate
Download and print your West Virginia Food Handler Card instantly. Share digitally with your employer.
See Inside the Course
Take a quick look at our modern, easy-to-follow training platform
West Virginia Food Scene
Industry Statistics
Food Service Industry in West Virginia
West Virginia's food service industry employs approximately 80,000 workers and contributes roughly $3 billion annually. Charleston, Morgantown's university dining market, and the state's growing outdoor recreation tourism economy anchor the food service sector.
Approximate figures. Source: BLS / NRA industry data (2023).
State Health Department
Food safety in West Virginia is overseen by the West Virginia Department of Health
West Virginia Department of Health
| Division | Bureau for Public Health, Environmental Engineering Services |
| Phone | (304) 558-2981 |
| Address | 350 Capitol St., Room 313, Charleston, WV 25301 |
| Official Site | Visit Official Website → |
City Requirements
Food Handler Card Requirements by City in West Virginia
| City | County | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston | Kanawha County | View requirements → |
| Huntington | Cabell County | View requirements → |
| Morgantown | Monongalia County | View requirements → |
3 West Virginia cities listed
Food Handler Card Comparison
We believe quality food safety training should not cost more than it needs to, in money and in privacy. Here is how our $8 Food Handler Card compares to other ANAB-accredited providers.
| Provider | Price | ANAB Accredited | Certificate Access | Mobile Friendly | Sells your info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FenixFoodSafety Best Value | $8 | ||||
| 360Training | $9.99 | ||||
| eFoodHandlers | $9.95 | ||||
| StateFoodSafety | $10.99 | ||||
| ServSafe | $11.99 |
Prices verified as of February 2026. Competitor prices may change.
How Long Is a West Virginia Food Handler Card Valid?
$8 Renewal
Renew at the same $8 price. Retake the course before your certificate expires to stay compliant.
Keep on File
Employers must keep your certificate on file, accessible during health department inspections.
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Train your team
To manage training for your team, simply purchase the number of courses you need. You will be automatically provided a manager account to send enrollment invitations, track training progress, and view certificates. You can add courses as you need, and can even brand the training portal to your business!
Learn More About Food Safety
Helpful articles and resources for food workers.
Allergens
Food Allergen Management: Complete Guide
Complete allergen management guide covering Big 9 allergens, cross-contact prevention, labeling requirements, staff training, and emergency procedures.
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Cross-Contamination
Cross-Contamination Prevention: Complete Guide
Complete cross-contamination prevention guide including contamination types, handwashing procedures, equipment sanitation, food storage, and cleaning protocols.
Read Article
Time & Temperature
Temperature Danger Zone Guide: Safe Food Temperatures
Comprehensive temperature control guide covering danger zone, TCS foods, safe cooking temps, cooling procedures, hot/cold holding, and monitoring systems.
Read Article
Accreditation & Approval Information
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