Summer Food Service Program - Training

2023 SFSP Training Options

All in person training sessions have been completed for this year. Please utilize the E-learning Course to review Program requirements.

E-Learning Course: This SFSP training opportunity is available online and can be access 24/7 without a password. The Lessons must be reviewed prior to starting SFSP operation. Complete the form at the end of each lesson for verification that the Lesson has been completed.

2023 E-Learning Course for the SFSP
 

• This web-based course is a companion training to the Guide to Operating the SFSP and the USDA Guidance Manuals.
• All materials contained within the Guide and the USDA Guidance Manuals can be found on the SFSP Materials and Resources page.
• This web-based course can be accessed on your PC, laptop, tablet, and cell phone.
• Staff can train on topics related to their job.
• No special access passwords or codes needed.
• Click on the E-Learning Course for SFSP link above to get started!
• A certificate of training is available when finished with each lesson.
• Sponsor Training Documentation Form

E-Learning Course for Marketing your SFSP
 

Other Online Learning Resources

The following may be used to complete the Civil Rights Training Requirement for staff/volunteers that have not be trained through another Child Nutrition Program:

• Institute of Child Nutrition - The Institute of Child Nutrition (ICN) provides free online courses. Participants must register with ICN and then enroll in the course. Once completed the participant will receive a certificate of completion.  Civil Rights in Child Nutrition Programs
• Civil Rights Training for the Summer Food Service Program
• Civil Rights Training Handout

Best Practices in SFSP

• Personal Hygiene
• Cleaning and Sanitizing
• Time and Temperature Control
• Food Safety in Summer Meals
• Nutrition 101 4th Ed.

USDA Informational and Training Webinars

SFSP Mini Series