Online ServSafe Food Manager
ONLINE
Online Course & Virtual Proctor Exam
$179
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8 hour online course
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35% of examinees fail exam*
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72 hour in-advance exam scheduling
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No exam tips or strategies
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1.5 to 2 hour exam time
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Web camera required
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Virtual remote proctor
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Software download
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Device requirements
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Requires remote access to device
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Room/environment requirements
VS
IN-PERSON
In-Person Class & In-Person Exam
$155
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4 Hour class instruction
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90+% of attendees pass
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Fun engaging instructor
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Proven exam tips and strategies
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Exam immediately follows instruction
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1 -2 hour exam time
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No software downloads
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No "tech" skills needed
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Choice of paper or web-based* exam
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Same day exam results*
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No remote access to device needed
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Should I take the online version?
The online version is great for:
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People with busy day schedules
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Individuals comfortable learning independently
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Individuals comfortable with remote online communication and software downloads.
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Experienced food service workers needing certification quickly
What is the online course?
This is a self-paced course completed on your own computer.
You will watch lessons, complete practice questions, and then schedule your certification exam with an online virtual proctor.
How does it work?
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Complete the course at your pace
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Schedule your exam with ProctorU
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Hardware requirements
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Software Downloads required
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Live proctor verifies your ID
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Live proctor remotes into your device
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72 hour in-advance scheduling
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Webcam required
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Room scan required
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No notes or phone allowed
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Complete the exam
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Results provided after completion​​