The ServSafe® Manager training program will instruct employees in food-borne illnesses and their prevention. It will also equip them to properly train others in food safety. The State of South Dakota requires food service establishments to have at least one person on staff who has their approved certification.
National ServSafe® Manager Certification / Recertification
To become nationally certified you need to take the ServSafe® Manager course. Courses are available online or in a classroom settings.
The National ServSafe® Manager Certification / Recertification is valid for 5 years.
The National ServSafe® Manager Certification / Recertification is valid for 5 years.
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Live class and test: Take an 8-hour ServSafe® Manager class and test at the site. See dates below and register with link above.
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Online: Go through the ServSafe® course online at your convenience, then take the test with a certified ServSafe® proctor.
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Class Time: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Instruction and Test
Please arrive 15 minutes early for registration. Bring your ServSafe® textbook with the Examination Answer Sheet, and a valid ID.
Please arrive 15 minutes early for registration. Bring your ServSafe® textbook with the Examination Answer Sheet, and a valid ID.
Aberdeen
Dakota Event Center
720 Lamont St. S. Oct. 23 (CLOSED)
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Pierre
Governors Inn
700 W. Sioux Ave. Watch for 2020 dates
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Rapid CityHilton Garden Inn
815 E. Mall Dr. Oct. 22 (CLOSED)
Nov. 19 Dec. 3 |
Sioux Falls
Homewood Suites
3620 W. Avera Dr. Nov. 6
Dec. 4 |
WatertownCountry Inn & Suites
3400 8th Ave SE Watch for 2020 dates
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South Dakota Only Certification Class (4-Hour)
To maintain your ServSafe® certification, you can re-certify your Manager Certification by attending the 8-hour class with test, take the test alone, or attend a 4-hour South Dakota State Only certification class. NOTE: The 4-hour course does not meet the recertification requirements for healthcare facilities. Some franchises have contracts that require them to take the ServSafe® Manager recertification program and do not allow staff at those businesses to take the 4-hour state only certification program.
South Dakota Only Certification Class (No Test/Valid 5 years):
South Dakota Only Certification Class (No Test/Valid 5 years):
- If you have a valid certification and are renewing it, you may choose this option.
- This is a live class only; it is not available online and is only valid in South Dakota.
- The 4-hour certification does not maintain the national ServSafe® Manager certification, but it does meet the requirements of the South Dakota Department of Health.
Class Time: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Instruction and Test
Please arrive 15 minutes early for registration and bring valid ID.
Please arrive 15 minutes early for registration and bring valid ID.
Aberdeen
Dakota Event Center
720 Lamont St. S. Oct. 22
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Pierre
Governors Inn
700 W. Sioux Ave. Watch for 2020 dates
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Rapid City
Hilton Garden Inn
815 E. Mall Dr. Watch for 2020 dates
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Sioux Falls
Homewood Suites
3620 W. Avera Dr. Watch for 2020 dates
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Watertown
Country Inn & Suites
3400 8th Ave SE Watch for 2020 dates
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SDRA ServSafe® Cancellation and Refund Policies
Cancellations
Due to limited seating, we request that you cancel at least five (5) days before your scheduled class/test. We will offer a refund, minus the cost of your study material, for cancellations done prior to the five-day time frame. However, if you do not cancel prior to the five-day time frame you will forfeit your registration fee(s).
Substitutions and Class Date Change
A fee of $35 will be assessed for any substitutions or class date change five (5) days prior to the class/test date or less. Class attendee substitutions and class date changes made five days or more in advance of the class/test date will not be charged.
No Show
No refund or credit will be available if the attendee does not attend the class/test on the scheduled date and does not cancel prior to the five-day notice requirement.
Due to limited seating, we request that you cancel at least five (5) days before your scheduled class/test. We will offer a refund, minus the cost of your study material, for cancellations done prior to the five-day time frame. However, if you do not cancel prior to the five-day time frame you will forfeit your registration fee(s).
Substitutions and Class Date Change
A fee of $35 will be assessed for any substitutions or class date change five (5) days prior to the class/test date or less. Class attendee substitutions and class date changes made five days or more in advance of the class/test date will not be charged.
No Show
No refund or credit will be available if the attendee does not attend the class/test on the scheduled date and does not cancel prior to the five-day notice requirement.
ServSafe® Alcohol TrainingSouth Dakota businesses who sell alcohol are advised to provide approved training to their employees. If your establishment is caught selling alcohol to an underage person, your business will be fined and the penalty is doubled if the employee who sold the alcohol has not been through an approved training program. (Upon a third violation within a 24-month period, the establishment's alcohol license will be suspended for a period of time). It is also a good business practice to train your employees about alcohol and tobacco laws, how to handle underage buyers, and the consequences of illegal sales.
SDRA members receive a 20% discount on this training. |
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ServSafe® Allergen TrainingThe number of Americans affected by food allergies is trending higher every year. Dining out is a serious concern for individuals with this life-threatening condition and they are often unsure which restaurants can safely accommodate them - if at all.
Making your restaurant staff allergy-aware will help protect your customers, and can help increase your revenue opportunities. The online ServSafe Allergens Training is a way to make sure you and your employees have the basic information you need to ensure everyone takes the steps necessary to keep your customers safe. The ServSafe Allergens Online Course is your best, most trusted source for qualified online training. SDRA members receive a 10% discount on this training. |
