* Nationwide Food Manager 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.
Texas Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved
AAA Food Handler delivers nationally accredited food manager certification through the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) to food industry leaders throughout Collin County. Our Conference for Food Protection (CFP) Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) program is structured to meet the Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER) as enforced by the Texas Department of State Health Services and the Collin County Environmental Services Division. Each course is ANAB-accredited, preparing candidates to earn the Food Protection Manager Certification required for supervisory roles across the county’s hospitality sector.
Training is offered entirely online in both English and Spanish, providing convenient access for restaurants, catering services, childcare kitchens, healthcare facilities, and food trucks serving communities like Plano, McKinney, and Frisco.



















Our ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program allows learners to progress at their own pace, moving through interactive lessons that address contamination risks, employee oversight, and Texas-specific safety mandates.
Introduce preventive controls that stop contamination incidents before they affect service or guests.
Sharpen decision-making by identifying hazards instantly and addressing them without delay.
Replace unsafe habits with disciplined, regulation-driven practices that prioritize consumer safety.
Contain issues early to avoid inspection penalties, closures, or operational delays.
Well-trained managers reduce kitchen disruptions, allowing smoother shifts and steady food quality.
Safety-focused leadership builds trust, motivation, and teamwork in demanding foodservice environments.
Whether it’s high-volume dining in Plano, campus cafeterias in McKinney, or mobile vendors at local festivals, AAA Food Handler ensures food leaders earn credentials accepted across Texas while satisfying county-level expectations.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Know Before You Train
In Collin County, the Food Manager Certification demonstrates that an individual has been evaluated and found competent in managing food safety. This credential is not optional—Texas law requires that every licensed food establishment have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. Certification can be earned by successfully completing an exam recognized either by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) or the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) in partnership with the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).
Yes. Under Texas Administrative Code, Title 25, Rule §228.33, at least one person with supervisory responsibility must hold a Food Protection Manager Certification. This individual must have the authority to direct food preparation and service. In Collin County, this requirement applies to restaurants, catering services, institutional kitchens, and most retail food operators. Temporary vendors are exempt.
Food establishments in Collin County must comply with Chapter 228 of the Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER). These rules require:
Unlike employee food handler training (required for all staff), the CFPM credential is specifically intended for managers and supervisory staff.
AAA Food Handler makes the process straightforward:
The Texas DSHS exam is recognized statewide but limited to Texas. The ANAB-accredited CFPM credential is portable and accepted nationwide, giving managers flexibility if they relocate or work across multiple states.
In Texas, both the DSHS and ANAB-CFP Food Manager Certifications remain valid for five years. After expiration, managers must retake and pass the approved exam to renew their credential. Collin County inspections require the certificate to be up-to-date and visible.
Yes. AAA Food Handler delivers the exam through a secure online proctoring system. Exams meet the standards of the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and Conference for Food Protection (CFP), ensuring that Collin County managers receive nationally accredited recognition.
Certification is expected for anyone in control of food operations—owners, executive chefs, kitchen directors, and shift supervisors. Beyond legal requirements, many employers mandate nationally accredited CFPM credentials for leadership staff because they represent the highest level of food safety assurance.
Collin Food Manager Certification are tasked with more than compliance. Their duties include:
By holding managers accountable, foodborne illnesses can be reduced significantly. Data shows that illnesses caused by Norovirus and Salmonella remain two of the most frequent risks in Texas, and both are preventable when certified leaders enforce proper safeguards.
In Collin County’s thriving foodservice industry—covering everything from Plano fine dining to food trucks in McKinney—certified managers stand out. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics data, food service managers in Texas average over $60,000 annually, with opportunities for advancement into senior leadership roles. Certification serves as both a regulatory requirement and a professional advantage.
✅ AAA Food Handler’s nationally accredited food manager certification through ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) offers Collin County professionals the credibility, skills, and compliance they need to lead food safety with confidence.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
Great and detailed course
This course was informative and easy to understand. It explained food safety practices and responsibilities for food managers. The lessons were well organized and helpful for learning how to maintain safe and clean food handling in the workplace.
It was very detailed! Easy to get through!
All the topics were covered in detailed in a very simple way .The video is very informative.
Great training program. Thank you very much!
This was educational and an easy comprehensive course to follow
This course was perfect for me and my busy life, because I could watch the videos whenever I had time. The videos are segmented in a way that is easy to pick up wherever you left off.
The course was simple and easy to follow. Pleasant voice. Much of the education should be given in schools.
The course is fast paced, but packed with useful information that’s explained in real life examples and problems with solutions!
the class taught me a lot.
Very in depth and helpful, but I’m still not sure where the practice questions are. Taking the test with a proxy examiner on a video feed is not something I want to chance using guest WIFI in a library or somewhere besides my home. Figuring out an empty room, or a blocked out room in my house is my best option, but seems extreme.
Informative, easy to understand and easy to navigate.
This was a great course , system went well and provided a lot of information
Easy to follow videos with quick quiz to ensure you understand the material.
good training
This program was interesting, informative and allowed me to complete it in my own time
This course is simple and to the point. It gets the job done.