Summary of Required Training Hours

School nutrition directors not only have their own annual training requirements, but also oversee training for managers and staff.  Keep in mind these key points:

• The number of annual training hours required each year varies by job category.
• Training is measured in hours, and may include shorter time periods.  It is recommended that there are at least 15 minutes per training segment.
• The use of tracking tools is recommended to document completed training for all staff.

USDA Professional Standards – Summary of Required Training for School Nutrition Employees

Job Category	Annual Requirements*
Director	12 hours
Managers	10 hours
Staff	6 hours
Part-time staff (<20 hours/week)	4 hours
Mid-year hires in all categories (January 1 or later)	One-half of training requirements for each job category

 * Annual requirements apply to the 12 months between July 1 and June 30.