Who needs an allergen awareness training for certified managers in Illinois?

Issued by Illinois Department of Public Health (approved course), at step 4 of 6 in the opening sequence: get the permits for your kind of business.

9 of the 20 kinds of business in Illinois

Every certified food protection manager working in a restaurant completes an approved allergen course within 30 days of starting. Restaurants also post the state’s allergy notice where customers see it.

Checked Oct 17, 2026 against the agency’s page.

Step 4 of 6: Get the permits for your kind of business

  1. Set up the business
  2. Register for tax
  3. Approve the space
  4. Get the permits for your kind of business
  5. Alcohol permits
  6. Before the first hire

Issued by Illinois Department of Public Health (approved course).

Sources and dates

IDPH food allergen awareness training FAQ. Checked against the agency’s page on the date shown; cities add their own fees.

Questions about opening here.