Dietary Aide Training

Monday, September 8, 2025 to Friday, October 17, 2025

Monday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In person

Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In person

Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In person

Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In person

Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In person

This program prepares students to work in food service. Graduates find jobs in healthcare or school nutrition programs.

Eligibility Requirements:

Be born outside the US
Have Intermediate English
Able to attend all classes in person

Class topics include:

American Foods
Food Safety
Special Diets
Nutrition
Communication
Infection control

Students will be prepared for and take the ServeSafe Food Handler exam in order to earn their Food Handler Safety certificate.

Industry

Health Care and Social Assistance

How to Participate

To register for class, you must come to an in-person intake session.

When:

Every Friday

Arrive between 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Get directions.)

No appointment is needed. Please plan to be here for at least two hours, depending on how many students are waiting. During your visit, you will take an English test and talk about your goals. Our teachers will help you start the best class for your learning level

Outcomes

Students will be prepared for and take the ServeSafe Food Handler exam in order to earn their Food Handler Safety certificate.

Graduates also receive the support of an employment navigator to help them find a job.

Learn more about occupations related to this training

Food Preparation Workers

Program Costs

Program is free to all eligible individuals.

To be eligible you must be born outside the US.

Who to Contact for More Information