Food Service Managers 5 year Certification
This course is required of all food service establishments involved in food preparation procedures. Pre-registration or on-site registration on the day of the class and course fee of $30.00 is required so you may receive educational materials and guarantee your space in the class. This class is offered in both English and Spanish.  Class times are 8am - 5pm.

To register, complete the Food Service Managers Certification Course Registration Form and submit it, along with course fee to either the La Marque or Galveston office. The classes are from 8:00 am through 5:00 pm.

Food Handlers Course
Food Handlers Courses are available upon request of a particular food service establishment. These courses are held on the premises or a site designated by the establishment. The course length is established by the restaurant and the course director. The fee is $10 per person.

Contact Betty Richardson at 409-938-2303 or e-mail brichardson@gchd.org to arrange a course date and time. A completed Food Handlers Course Application form and fees must be submitted prior to the course being held.

Swimming Pool Operators 2 year Certification Course
The Swimming Pool Operator course is a one day class which explains the requirements of the regulations and good operational standards of public and semi-public swimming pools. To fill out the application prior to the class, click here.

The course is from 9:00 am through 5:00 pm, however please arrive in plenty of time to register. Pre-registration is not required, but available. A $20 course fee is charged at registration, whether pr-registering or registering on class date.