IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9

(8,303 reviews)

$99.95

Gold Package

$119.95

Diamond Package

$69.95

Exam Only

$49.95

Training Only

* Diamond Package – In order to qualify for the Free Retest, you must complete the ENTIRE online training and sample tests BEFORE taking the initial Food Manager exam. The 1 free retest must be taken within 6 months of not passing the first time. All other retests will be $69.95.

100% Online, Accessible 24 hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Start, Stop and Resume Training Course as Needed
Course Duration: 4 Hours Exam Duration: 2 Hours
Courses and Exam Expire 1 Year From Purchase Date
Exam Passing Score 70%

ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Food Manager Certification
Print Your Food Manager Certificate Immediately After Passing Your Exam
Group Registrations: Keep Track of All Employees in One Area
Certification Valid for Up to 5 Years
Health Department Approved in All 50 States
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Iowa Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved

We guarantee approval of the Certified Food Protection Manager Program by the health department.

Please click to view the nationally recognized ANSI accreditation for Food Protection Manager.

OUR CLIENTS

BENEFITS OF TRAINING

PREVENT

Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.

AWARENESS

Improve critical thinking and decision making to prevent or avoid sticky situations.

ELIMINATE

Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.

MINIMIZE

Be able to recognize, mitigate, reduce or eliminate the risk of improper food safety procedures.

PRODUCTIVITY

Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.

WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

Serving safe food will increase productivity will in turn increase workplace satisfaction.

WHY CHOOSE US

Getting Food Manager Certification Is Quick and Hassle-Free

Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Is Food Manager Certification Required in Iowa?

Yes. Iowa law requires that all food establishments have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff.

How Do I Become a Certified Food Manager in Iowa?

Pass an exam from an ANAB accredited program, such as AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification.

How Long is a Food Safety Certification Valid in Iowa?

Iowa Food Manager Certification is valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiration.

Is Food Protection Manager Certification Accepted in Iowa?

Yes. Iowa recognizes Food Protection Manager Certification from programs accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), making them valid statewide.

What is the Difference Between a Food Handler and a Food Manager in Iowa?

Food handlers are trained for basic food safety. Food managers oversee broader responsibilities, including compliance, staff training, and operational safety.

Can I Take the Iowa Food Manager Certification Online?

Yes, online training and exams are available and fully accepted in Iowa.

What is the Most Recognized Food Manager Certification?

AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification is accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). It’s widely accepted and recognized across the United States.

What Does a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Do in Iowa?

They monitor food safety operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with the Iowa food code.

Why is Food Protection Manager Certification Important in Iowa?

It helps prevent foodborne illness, ensures compliance, and boosts career opportunities.

How Do I Become a Certified Dietary Manager in Iowa?

You’ll need to complete an approved course in nutrition and foodservice management and pass the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) exam.

AAA Food Handler’s Food Manager Program meets the requirements for Certified Food Service Manager Requirement to Comply with CFR § 483.60 Food and Nutrition Services.

Is Recertification Required in Iowa?

Yes. Recertification is required every 5 years and must be done by passing the certification examination again.

Who Regulates Food Manager Certification in Iowa?

The Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals (DIA) oversees food manager certification. For questions or compliance assistance, you can contact them at:

Address:
Lucas State Office Building
321 East 12th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50319

very helpful

November 14, 2025

learning to use the website to its best ability

Heidie S.

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Great!

Jimmy S.

food safety

November 13, 2025

it is always nice to know more how to cook in a safer way

X K.

User friendly and well articulate

AAA Food handlers has a user friendly platform that doesn’t allow cheating or skipping so that you get the full understanding of the content

Ruthie H.

CFPM Course review

Good information. Software could be a bit better designed. It was a bit annoying to need to mouse up to the next module button in order to progress to the next module. Perhaps a pop-up would work?

moki

Learning

It’s was great learning

Michael R.

Great Detail

This was a great training video and was easy to follow.

Jenny

Well-Structured and Easy to Follow

The course was straightforward and well-organized—each module covered everything I needed to succeed on the exam.

Mary

I liked the assessments

I thought the course was very thorough and I appreciated the repetition of the most important concepts throughout the entirety as it helped me better memorize those concepts.

Glenna A.

interesting course

very easy to assimilate

Long but very informative

November 12, 2025

Never being in this trade before, I appreciated how well everything was explained and laid out. The added questions after each section was helpful too.

Jeremiah

javier A.

Summarized the key points of imprortant steps of becoming a food handling manager.

Haseeb S.

Very informative

Kelly H.

Extensive information

I found this course full of extensive and important information , easy to follow.

Karen S.

Aynalem

Good Course

The course was easy to follow and learn. I enjoyed the review questions, ensuring I understood what I was learning.

Amanda Q.

Very Informative, and fast compared to others

November 11, 2025

I got all the info in a fraction of the time

Casey A.

Food Manager Training Course Review - 11/11/2025

Good course, well laid-out. It would be really nice to have an option to print the slides as a PDF for reference material to study with, or an equivalent accompanying material. I have worked in food service for many years and am aware of the information in the course, but it is always nice to have something to review or use as tools for training employees. Some of the controls for the modules might need a little bit of attention–they are fully functional as is, but it might be nice to be able to rewind the videos before having watched the whole thing for people like me who tend to take extensive notes, regardless of how previous knowledge.

Ryan K.

Good Training!

I learned a lot from this and it was good review as well. I feel ready to open our food truck business confidently and know how to read and pass an inspection for the DOA.

Bonnie

IOWA FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

$99.95

Gold Package

$119.95

Diamond Package

$69.95

Exam Only

$49.95

Training Only

OUR CLIENTS

BENEFITS OF TRAINING

PREVENT

AWARENESS

ELIMINATE

MINIMIZE

PRODUCTIVITY

WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

WHY CHOOSE US

Getting Food Manager Certification Is Quick and Hassle-Free

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

very helpful

No Title

food safety

User friendly and well articulate

CFPM Course review

Learning

Great Detail

Well-Structured and Easy to Follow

I liked the assessments

interesting course

Long but very informative

No Title

Summarized the key points of imprortant steps of becoming a food handling manager.

Very informative

Extensive information

No Title

Good Course

Very Informative, and fast compared to others

Food Manager Training Course Review - 11/11/2025

Good Training!

IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION