University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Events

Do you need to learn the basics of reimbursable meals? Are you more experienced and looking for new ideas for your program? We can help!

Our regional in-person workshops make it easier to network with nearby schools and cut down on travel time. We also offer virtual events so you can participate in live training without leaving town.

All trainings count toward the USDA Professional Standards. Explore upcoming events below!

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July 30, 2024  |  9 am - 3 pm CT Time: 6 hrs

Regional Training - Charleston

Location: Regional Office of Education #11 (730 7th St, Charleston, IL 61920)

Earn six (6) hours of USDA Professional Standards for school nutrition team members from the ABCs of School Nutrition. ABCs of School Nutrition is provided by University of Illinois Extension and funded by the Illinois State Board of Education. There is no charge for the training, but individual pre-registration is required as space is limited. Lunch and light refreshments will be provided. Agenda available closer to date of training. Registration will close on 7/26/24 or when location meets capacity.
August 01, 2024  |  9 am - 3 pm CT Time: 6 hrs

Regional Training - Vandalia

Location: Regional Office of Education #3 (1500 W Jefferson St, Vandalia, IL 62471)

Earn six (6) hours of USDA Professional Standards for school nutrition team members from the ABCs of School Nutrition. ABCs of School Nutrition is provided by University of Illinois Extension and funded by the Illinois State Board of Education. There is no charge for the training, but individual pre-registration is required as space is limited. Lunch and light refreshments will be provided. Agenda available closer to date of training.
August 05, 2024  |  9 am - 3 pm CT Time: 6 hrs

Regional Training - Robinson

Location: Regional Office of Education #12 (300 W Main St #307, Robinson, IL 62454)

Earn six (6) hours of USDA Professional Standards for school nutrition team members from the ABCs of School Nutrition. ABCs of School Nutrition is provided by University of Illinois Extension and funded by the Illinois State Board of Education. There is no charge for the training, but individual pre-registration is required as space is limited. Lunch and light refreshments will be provided. Agenda available closer to date of training. Registration will close on 7/29/24 or when location meets capacity.
August 29, 2024  |  2:30 - 4:30 PM CT Time: 2 hrs

Food Allergies in School Nutrition

Location: Online

Review the differences between food allergies, intolerances, and food-related autoimmune issues; common allergens and how to identify them on nutrition labels; avoiding cross-contamination; and more. Note: This is not an ANSI-accredited food allergen safety course.
September 12, 2024  |  2:00 - 4:30 PM CT Time: 2 hrs 30 min

Serve it Safely Food Handler Training

Location: Online

Learn essential food safety for non-restaurant food service, including storage, cleaning/sanitizing, personal hygiene, and more. This training is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health; participants will receive a certificate good for three years.