Certified
Food Protection Manager
(9,235 reviews)
$99.95
Gold Package
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Online Food Manager Exam Includes $46 Proctor Fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest
-
Instant Certificate with
passing grade
- English or Spanish
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Online Food Manager Exam Includes $46 Proctor Fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest
-
Instant Certificate with
passing grade
- English or Spanish
$69.95
Exam Only
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Online Food Manager Exam Includes $46 Proctor Fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest
-
Instant Certificate with
passing grade
- English or Spanish
$49.95
Training Only
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Online Food Manager Exam Includes $46 Proctor Fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest
- Training certificate with completion
- English or Spanish
- 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
- Watch a 1 minute video on how to manage your group. Click here
- 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.
Florida Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved
Food Manager Certification Hillsborough County | ANAB CFP-Accredited Exam Online
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.
Regulatory Overview & Florida State Requirements
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.
Key Rules in Hillsborough County
- Food Protection Manager Certification is required
- At least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required per establishment
- The CFPM must be present when four or more employees are engaged in food preparation, storage, or service
- Managers must become certified within 30 days of employment
- HACCP plans are required for specialized or variance-based food processes
- Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat foods is prohibited unless an approved variance is granted
Required Food Temperatures
Food Type | Temperature |
Hot Holding | 135°F |
Cold Holding | 41°F |
Comminuted Meat | 155°F for 15 seconds |
Regulatory Contact
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.
Who Needs Food Manager Certification in Hillsborough County
- Restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and food trucks
- Hotels, resorts, and catering services
- Schools, hospitals, and institutional kitchens
- Any public food service establishment
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.
AAA Food Handler Acceptance & Accreditation
- Certification: ANAB-CFP Accredited Food Protection Manager Certification
- Accepted By: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Recognition: Statewide acceptance, including Hillsborough County
- Certificates: Instant digital and printable access
- Training & Exam: 100% online
Summary: AAA Food Handler certifications are recognized throughout Florida and accepted during DBPR inspections.
How to Become a Certified Food Protection Manager in Hillsborough County
Choose Your Package With AAA Food Handler
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 CLIENTS
Food Manager Certification Hillsborough County - Trusted for Industry Compliance
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.
Benefits of TRAINING
Prevent Illness
Reduce risk of foodborne illness
Regulatory Compliance
Meet Florida DBPR requirements
Fewer Violations
Improve inspection outcomes
Staff Hygiene
Strengthen food safety practices
Audit-Ready
Maintain inspection documentation
Customer Trust
Build confidence and credibility
Summary: AAA Food Handler certification reduces risk, improves compliance, and supports long-term operational success.
Supporting Food Managers Across Hillsborough County, Florida
Our online food manager certification program is accessible to food managers across Hillsborough County, with recognition in cities such as:
WHY CHOOSE US
- Satisfaction Guarantee
- Online Interactive Course
- Meets and Exceeds State Guidelines
- Price Match Guarantee
- Owners and Managers: Manage, Track and Record Employee Progress
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)
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.
Get Your Hillsborough County Food Manager Certification Today
Fully approved. Fully online. Accepted throughout Hillsborough County.
✔ ANAB-CFP Accredited
✔ Florida DBPR Accepted
✔ 100% Online Training & Exam
✔ Instant Certificate Download
✔ Free Retest Available
