
Training & Certification
“The Texas Restaurant Association makes it easy for my employees to get all of their required certifications online, quickly and affordably. I know that the revenue TRA earns goes back to support the industry through our non-profit association.” – Jerry Morales
Gerardo’s Casita Grill & Cantina, Midland | TRA Member Since 1997
Welcome to TRA Certified! the home for all required certifications in the Lone Star state. The foodservice and hospitality business is our only focus. The fees paid for these outstanding courses go back to the industry because the Texas Restaurant Association is the non-profit trade association that exists to build and support the industry.
Employee Certification
TABC to Go
This was the first online TABC certification course approved by the Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission. It is offered at the best price and the course only takes two hours to complete. Finish the course, pass the test and print your certification. You are ready to report for your first shift!
ServSafe Food Handler Texas certification
This course is approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services and is available online to take at your own pace, or in printed format for face-to-face training.
Manager Certification
FoodGuard Texas certification
Plan to stay in Texas? This online food manager course and exam is approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Print your food manager safety certificate after passing the exam. It is valid everywhere in the state of Texas.
ServSafe Training
National certification
Advanced food safety program providing high-quality food safety education and training materials for the restaurant and foodservice industry. TRA offers online or classroom training and proctored exams.
Introduction to Restaurant Management
This 2-day course, formerly known as BootCamp, features the basic aspects of front-line restaurant management: employee relations, customer service, cost control and risk analysis.




