2026 Safe Plates Class Information
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Safe Plates for Food Service Managers – 2026 Class Information
Ensure your establishment meets the highest food safety standards. This 12-hour course prepares food service managers for the ANSI-approved Food Protection Manager Certification exam.
2026 Training Schedule
Attendance is mandatory for the full duration of both days to be eligible for the exam.
| Dates | Instructor | Location |
| February 25 & 26 | Andrea Sherrill | Haywood County Extension Center |
| June 10 & 11 | Savana Everhart Nunn | Haywood County Extension Center |
| October 7 & 8 | Andrea Sherrill | Haywood County Extension Center |
Haywood County Extension Center address is: 589 Raccoon Rd. Waynesville
Course Itinerary
To meet the required 12 hours of instruction, we follow a timely schedule:
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Day 1: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (8 hours of instruction; 1-hour lunch break)
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Day 2: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (4 hours of instruction); 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Lunch break); 1:00 p.m.: Certification Exam
Registration & Fees
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Standard Registration: $140
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School Nutrition Employees (NC DPI): $70
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What’s Included: The fee covers the Safe Plates coursebook, instructional materials, and your first attempt at the exam.
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Re-testing: If the initial exam is not passed, a $40 re-testing fee is required for each subsequent attempt.
- If you need to make payment with a check, call Sally Dixon at 828.456.3575 to handle registration over the phone before you mail a check!
REGISTRATION LINK (for the February 2026 Class) – deadline 2/9/2026 @ 5 p.m.
REGISTRATION LINK (for the June 2026 Class) – deadline 5/18/2026 @ 5 p.m.
REGISTRATION LINK (for the October 2026 Class) – deadline 9/14/2026 @ 5 p.m.
Food & Refreshments
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Provided: We will provide light snacks, coffee, and water throughout the day.
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Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Participants have a 1-hour break each day.
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Location Tip: Our office is located approximately 3 miles from Russ Avenue in Waynesville, offering a variety of quick dining options for your lunch break.
Mandatory Requirements
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Attendance: You must attend all 12 hours of instruction. Missing any part of the course may disqualify you from the exam.
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Exam Language: The certification exam is offered in English only.
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Photo ID: You must bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., Driver’s License) for the exam session on Day 2.
What You Will Learn
This course provides science-based training on:
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Time and Temperature Control for food safety.
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Personal Hygiene and employee health.
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Cleaning and Sanitizing procedures.
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Allergen Management and cross-contamination prevention.
Contact Information
For questions or assistance with registration, please contact:
Sally Dixon | Email: srdixon@ncsu.edu | Phone: 828.456.3575
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, N.C. Cooperative Extension will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Please direct accommodation requests to: Sally Dixon, srdixon@ncsu.edu, 828-456-3575. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event.
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