What is NC Safe Plates?
NC Safe Plates is a food safety certification course developed by NC State University. Certification is based on passing an ANSI-approved exam from the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals. Passing this exam satisfies the North Carolina requirement for a certified food protection manager.

Who should attend?
This is a comprehensive program for food service managers and supervisory staff in restaurants, hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other food-handling establishments.

May - Registration Link
Day 1: May 29, 2026, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Day 2: May 30, 2026, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

August - Registration Link
Day 1: August 24, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Day 2: August 25, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

October - Registration Link Day 1: October 19, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm                                                                          Day 2: October 20, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

December - Registration Link                                                                                              Day 1: December 2, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm                                                                          Day 2: December 3, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Address:

Guilford County Agriculture Center
3309 Burlington Road
Greensboro, NC 27405

Registration Fee: $150 (non-refundable). You may pay via check or Eventbrite