ILLINOIS CERTIFICATION & TRAINING

Illinois BASSET Certification & Food Safety Training

Explore Illinois BASSET alcohol certification, Food Handler training, ServSafe Manager certification and Food Manager examination options. Online courses are available now, with in-person proctored exams planned for January 2027 in Chicago's Sauganash area.

✓ Illinois BASSET Training ✓ Online Certification Courses ✓ Chicago Exam Support ✓ Corporate & Group Training
Corporate & Group Certification Training

Need BASSET or food safety training for your employees? We can help coordinate individual and group registrations.

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ALCOHOL SELLER / SERVER TRAINING

Illinois BASSET Certification Online

Choose from TIPS and Learn2Serve Illinois BASSET courses for responsible alcohol sales and service.

Alcohol Responsibility Training
TIPS Illinois BASSET On-Premise + Food Handler Alcohol server training with Food Handler course
$47
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TIPS Illinois BASSET On-Premise Alcohol Server For restaurants, bars and on-premise service
$29
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TIPS Illinois BASSET Off-Premise Alcohol Seller For retail alcohol sales and off-premise businesses
$29
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TIPS Illinois BASSET On-Premise — Español Capacitación para servicio de alcohol
$29
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TIPS Illinois BASSET Off-Premise — Español Capacitación para venta de alcohol
$29
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Online Certification Courses
Illinois BASSET Alcohol Seller/Server Online alcohol seller/server certification training
$14.99
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Illinois BASSET + Food Handler Training Combined alcohol and food safety training
$27
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Illinois BASSET + Food Manager Certification Combined BASSET and Food Manager option
$113
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FOOD SAFETY TRAINING

Illinois Food Handler Certification

Affordable online Food Handler training available in English and Spanish.

LEARN2SERVE • ENGLISH

Food Handler Training Course

ANAB-accredited Food Handler training.

$9.99
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LEARN2SERVE • ESPAÑOL

Curso de Manipulación de Alimentos

Capacitación acreditada por ANAB.

$9.99
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ONLINE CERTIFICATION OPTIONS

Illinois Food Manager Certification

Complete your Food Manager certification through available Learn2Serve online examination options.

LEARN2SERVE • TRAINING + EXAM

Illinois Food Safety Manager Principles Training + Exam

Online Food Manager training and certification examination package.

$121.00
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LEARN2SERVE • ONLINE PROCTOR

Food Protection Manager Certification Exam

Certification examination with online proctoring.

$69.99
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CHICAGO • SAUGANASH AREA • NEAR I-94

ServSafe Manager Certification & Proctored Exams

Register for ServSafe training and prepare for in-person examination sessions planned for January 2027.

EXAM ONLY • JOIN SCHEDULING LIST

ServSafe Proctor Exam Only

Already have your exam access code? Join our January exam list to arrange an available proctored examination session.

$49.00
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EXAM ACCESS CODE + PROCTOR

ServSafe Exam Access Code & Proctor Exam

Includes an exam access code and in-person proctoring.

$99.00
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ONLINE TRAINING + EXAM

ServSafe Manager Online Course + Exam Access Code & Proctor Exam

Begin your online training and prepare for your certification examination.

$179.00
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TEXTBOOK + EXAM

ServSafe Coursebook 9th Edition + Exam Access Code & Proctor Exam

Textbook study materials, exam access code and in-person proctoring.

$179.00
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January 2027 Exam Sessions: Scheduling is planned to open at the end of December 2026. Our team will contact registered candidates to coordinate available examination appointments.
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CHICAGO IN-PERSON CERTIFICATION EXAMS

Food Manager Certification — Proctored Exam Packages

Prepare now for Food Manager Certification examinations planned for January 2027 in Chicago's Sauganash area.

PROCTOR ONLY

Food Manager Certification — Proctored Exam Only

Already have your exam access code? Join the January scheduling list.

$40.00
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EXAM CODE + PROCTOR

Food Manager Certification Exam Access Code & Proctor Exam

Exam access code with in-person proctoring at our Chicago testing center.

$65.00
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TRAINING + EXAM

Food Manager Certification Training, Exam Access Code & Proctor Exam

Complete your preparation and arrange your in-person certification examination.

$120.00
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YOUR LOCAL CHICAGO CERTIFICATION TEAM

Local Certification Support. Real People to Help.

Serving Chicago's Sauganash area and nearby communities, including Lincolnwood, Skokie, Niles, Morton Grove and the northern suburbs.

Need assistance with certification options, exam scheduling, accessibility accommodations, special requests or employee training? Our team is here to help coordinate your needs.

CHICAGO • SAUGANASH AREA • NEAR I-94

January Exam Scheduling — Join the Priority List

ServSafe and Food Manager Certification proctored exams are planned to begin the first week of January 2027.

Scheduling is planned to open at the end of December 2026.

Register your interest today, and our Chicago team will contact you to coordinate an available examination session.

  • ServSafe Manager proctored examinations
  • Food Manager Certification examinations
  • Morning, afternoon and evening preferences
  • Personalized local scheduling assistance

Early registrations will receive priority consideration when available January appointments are released.

Get on the January Exam List

Complete the registration form below and we'll contact you when exam scheduling opens.

No payment is required to join the list. Your examination appointment will be confirmed during scheduling.

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CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Illinois BASSET & Food Safety FAQs

Answers to common questions about Illinois alcohol and food safety certification.

What is Illinois BASSET Certification?

BASSET stands for Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training. It is Illinois' alcohol seller/server training program.

Who needs BASSET training in Illinois?

Illinois requires BASSET training for covered alcohol servers and sellers under applicable state requirements. Specific obligations depend on the employee's duties and establishment.

Can I complete BASSET training online?

Yes. Online Illinois BASSET courses are available through providers including TIPS and Learn2Serve.

Are BASSET courses available in Spanish?

Yes. Selected TIPS Illinois BASSET courses are available in Spanish.

Where are the Chicago proctored exams held?

Our planned in-person examination sessions will be in Chicago's Sauganash area, near I-94. Exact venue details will be provided during scheduling.

When do January exam appointments open?

Scheduling is planned to open at the end of December 2026 for examinations beginning in January 2027.

Can I register for an exam without purchasing training?

Yes. Candidates who already have the appropriate exam access code can join our exam-only scheduling list.

Do you offer corporate or group training?

Yes. We assist restaurants, hospitality businesses and other employers with employee certification and group training inquiries.

What is the difference between Food Handler and Food Manager training?

Food Handler training covers foundational food safety practices, while Food Manager certification focuses on knowledge required to oversee food safety operations.

Can I request special examination accommodations?

Yes. Contact our Chicago team to discuss your request. Certain examination accommodations may require approval from the examination provider.