{"product_id":"wild-mushroom-food-safety-certification-online-5-year-state-approved-permit-training-november-14-15-2026","title":"Wild Mushroom Food Safety Certification (Online) – 5-Year State-Approved Permit Training | November 14–15, 2026","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"453\"\u003eThis 5-year certification course meets the state health department criteria for the foraging and selling of wild mushrooms in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, and Rhode Island.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"495\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"495\"\u003eTransitioning to Online Zoom Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eDue to the convenience and demand for virtual access, this class will now be held entirely online via Zoom, making it easier for anyone across the country to attend! You will receive the same high-quality instruction, study materials, and interactive learning experience—all from the comfort of your own home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eUpon registration, participants will receive a \u003cstrong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"870\"\u003estudy guide\u003c\/strong\u003e and class \u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eslides\u003c\/strong\u003e one month in advance of the course. These materials will help you prepare for the live Zoom sessions and the final exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eClass Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eInteractive Online Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Join the class from anywhere with live, virtual lessons and real-time Q\u0026amp;A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eComprehensive Study Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Access your study guide and slides a month ahead to ensure you’re fully prepared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eCertification for Safe Wild Mushroom Foraging and Selling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upon successful completion of the course and exams, you’ll receive your 5-year certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eLimited Enrollment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Class size is limited to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e40 participants\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure a personalized and engaging experience. 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He has held positions as the business manager and wild edibles teacher for No Taste Like Home, teacher for Mushroom Mountain's Wild Mushroom Certification class, and local mushroom expert and manager for Wild Purveyors. He is the administrator of several identification groups throughout the United States and a few internationally. Today he leads mushroom tours all over North Carolina and across the southeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3339\"\u003eCourse Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3557\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3401\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3401\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003eWhen:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 14-15, 2026 (SAT-SUN), 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3402\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3414\"\u003eWhere:\u003c\/strong\u003e Online via Zoom (Link provided after registration)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3497\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3477\"\u003eCost:\u003c\/strong\u003e $350\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3498\" data-end=\"3557\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3557\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003eAccommodations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Virtual—attend from wherever you are!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mushroom Mountain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51536419684658,"sku":"WMC111426","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0048\/7813\/9461\/files\/IMG_4778.jpg?v=1785771327","url":"https:\/\/shop.mushroommountain.com\/products\/wild-mushroom-food-safety-certification-online-5-year-state-approved-permit-training-november-14-15-2026","provider":"Mushroom Mountain","version":"1.0","type":"link"}