To become a Certified Food Protection Manager in Wisconsin, you must earn a Food Protection Manager Certification by passing an exam that is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and recognized by the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).

Yes. Whether you work in Milwaukee, Dane, Brown, Waukesha, Outagamie, or Racine, your Food Protection Manager Certification is valid statewide as long as it was earned through an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited program.

Wisconsin small food operations with five or fewer food handlers may qualify for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) approved Small Operators Recertification Program. To be eligible, the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) must renew within 90 days of the certification’s expiration. If more than 90 days have passed, a new exam must be taken from a program accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB).

Certified Food Protection Managers are responsible for maintaining food safety logs, managing staff training, and preparing for unannounced inspections, helping ensure safe, efficient operations that meet Wisconsin standards.

Programs accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) meet national quality and testing standards. Without this accreditation, a certification may not be recognized by Wisconsin health departments.

Yes. The certification aligns with CFR § 483.60, making it valid for dietary services in hospitals, nursing homes, and school foodservice programs across Wisconsin.

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), through the Division of Food and Recreational Safety, oversees all Food Protection Manager Certification regulations statewide.

You can contact:

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection
Division of Food and Recreational Safety
2811 Agriculture Drive, P.O. Box 8911
Madison, Wisconsin 53708

Yes. Once you pass the online exam, you can instantly download and print your Food Protection Manager Certification for use in Wisconsin food establishments.

Yes. AAA Food Handler includes its complete online Food Protection Manager training as part of your certification package. It features 10 review sections, 160 sample test questions, and step-by-step instructions to prepare you for the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited certification exam.

Yes. AAA provides a group registration dashboard that lets business owners assign training, track certification progress, and manage Food Protection Manager records across multiple Wisconsin locations from one centralized portal.

Employers often prefer Certified Food Protection Managers because they demonstrate leadership, reduce risk, and ensure compliance. A valid Food Protection Manager Certification in Wisconsin can help you qualify for supervisory and compliance-focused roles.