AAA Food Handler is a nationally trusted provider of food safety training and certification programs for food service professionals across the United States. The AAA Food Handler’s Food Manager Certification program is ANAB-CFP Accredited, ensuring nationwide recognition and full regulatory compliance.
Food establishments throughout Hillsborough County, Florida, rely on AAA Food Handler to meet Florida food safety requirements through fully online certification options. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) plays a critical role in overseeing food safety operations, preventing foodborne illness, and maintaining compliance with state and local regulations.
Hillsborough County follows Florida food safety laws enforced by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida incorporates the 2017 FDA Model Food Code as the foundation for food safety enforcement statewide.
Food Type | Temperature |
Hot Holding | 135°F |
Cold Holding | 41°F |
Comminuted Meat | 155°F for 15 seconds |
Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
2601 Blair Stone Road
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
📞 Phone: 850-487-1395
✉️ Email: dhr.info@myfloridalicense.com
🌐 Website: Hotels and Restaurants – Food Service
🔗 Regulation Reference: Rule 61C-4.023 – Food Protection Manager Certification
Summary: AAA Food Handler aligns its Food Manager Certification program with Florida DBPR regulations, the FDA Model Food Code, and Rule 61C-4.023 to support Hillsborough County food establishments.
Requirement: Each establishment must employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM).
Summary: AAA Food Handler prepares managers and supervisors to meet Hillsborough County CFPM requirements and protect public health.
Summary: AAA Food Handler certifications are recognized throughout Florida and accepted during DBPR inspections.
Package | Features | Price |
Exam Only | ANAB-CFP Accredited exam, instant certificate, English/Spanish | $69.95 |
Gold Package | Online training + exam, 10 review sections, instant certificate | $99.95 |
Diamond Package (Most Popular) | Training, 160 practice questions, free retest* | $119.95 |
Training Only | Online course with training certificate (no exam) | $49.95 |
*Free retest requires completion of all training and practice tests. Retest must be taken within 6 months.
Course Duration: 4 hours
Exam Duration: 2 hours
Passing Score: 70%
Certification Validity: 5 years
Summary: AAA Food Handler offers flexible options to certify food managers quickly and compliantly across Hillsborough County.



















Our ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-accredited Food Manager certification is available to individuals throughout Hillsborough County and all cities in Florida. This fully online course meets Florida Health Department standards and offers the flexibility to start, pause, and resume training anytime, 24/7, at your convenience.
Reduce risk of foodborne illness
Meet Florida DBPR requirements
Improve inspection outcomes
Strengthen food safety practices
Maintain inspection documentation
Build confidence and credibility
Summary: AAA Food Handler certification reduces risk, improves compliance, and supports long-term operational success.
Our online food manager certification program is accessible to food managers across Hillsborough County, with recognition in cities such as:
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Yes. Florida law requires most food establishments to employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager.
Only ANAB-CFP Accredited Food Protection Manager Certification exams are accepted. The AAA Food Handler meets these requirements.
Yes. AAA Food Handler offers fully online training and certification exams.
The certification is valid for five years from the exam date.
Your certificate is available for instant download after passing the exam.
Yes. AAA Food Handler provides group registration and employer dashboard tools.
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
Yes. The AAA Food Handler’s ANAB-CFP Accredited CFPM program is accepted statewide, including Hillsborough County.
Fully approved. Fully online. Accepted throughout Hillsborough County.
✔ ANAB-CFP Accredited
✔ Florida DBPR Accepted
✔ 100% Online Training & Exam
✔ Instant Certificate Download
✔ Free Retest Available
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
I liked when there were interactive things to click on, I wish there was more of that. I also really liked the review questions I wish at the end there was a final review since there was a lot of information and it would be nice to have a refresher on everything.
I just completed my food manager’s certification and couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. The instruction was top-notch – clear, engaging, and easy to follow. The course material covered everything I needed to know without feeling overwhelming, and the online format made it convenient to work through at my own pace. Highly recommend to anyone looking to get certified.
Modules were easy to understand + great illustrations. I do wish the program was downloadable and accessible off Wi-Fi.
The course was great very informative
Very long, but Packed full of useful information
I fount the program easy to use. The information was detailed and clearly explained and very comprehensive for full understanding of food safety requirements.
Most the information was the same as the previous ones I have taken, but there were two things that was included and different in this one.
There are several options of providers of this course and, upon completing it, I know I made The Right Choice. I liked the way the course was done (presented) in short segments. I haven’t made it to the test (trial and real) phases of the course but I’m sure it’ll be fine…
The review was very informative
Easy to understand and navigate.
This was somethig I needed to have for permits and general informatiion.
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Thank you for helping me to know how to handle each and every step clear and standardized my food business
I really enjoyed doing my training with AAA, it was very helpful
Would like to just take the test now
Well documented & good flow of the material