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Frequently Asked Questions: Houston Food Handlers
Do I need to register my card with the Houston Health Department?
No. Great news for Houston food workers! Effective September 1, 2025, the City of Houston has updated its food ordinances to align with Texas State Law. You are no longer required to take a specific “City of Houston” class or pay a separate registration fee to the health department.
Simply complete our state-accredited course (TDSHS License #81), print your certificate, and you are compliant immediately.
Is this card valid in Harris County?
Yes. Because ACE Food Handler is licensed by the State of Texas, this certification is valid in:
- City of Houston
- Harris County
- Pasadena, Katy, Sugar Land, and Pearland
- All other Texas cities
How long does the course take?
The course is approximately 90 minutes long. It is 100% video-based and self-paced, so you can stop and start whenever you need to.
ABOUT THE CITY OF HOUSTON FOOD HANDLERS CARD
- This City of Houston Texas Food Handler Card Safety Course License #81
- Certificate is valid for 2 years from the date of course completion
- Online Course is approximately 1 hour long
- Printable Texas Food Handler card available upon completion
- English courses available
- This course provides information on many topics related to safe food handling.
- A Texas approved food handler certificate is provided upon successful completion of the online food handler training. Your city or county may require an additional fee and you must check with our local health department.
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City of Houston Food Handler Requirements
City of Houston Texas Food Handlers – Freindswood | Webster | League City | Missouri City | Nassau Bay | Seabrook | Jersey Village | Katy| Tomball | Pearland | Updated 10/15/2018Learn More
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