Certified
Food Protection Manager

4.9

(8,249 reviews)

Get Your Food Manager Certification in San Diego County – Trusted & Approved

The food manager certification San Diego County, offered by AAA Food Handler, provides ANAB-accredited online training and exams tailored for local food industry professionals. This ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) certification satisfies California health department standards for obtaining the Certified Food Protection Manager certification, and courses are available in English and Spanish

$99.95

Gold Package

$119.95

Diamond Package

$69.95

Exam Only

$49.95

Training Only

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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California Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved

OUR CLIENTS

Achieve Your Food Manager Certification San Diego County: Fully Accredited & Recognized

Our ANAB-accredited Food Manager Certification is tailored for San Diego County, California professionals. It provides flexible, accessible training that meets the standards set by the California Health Department. The course is entirely online and available 24/7, allowing you to start, pause, and resume your training at your convenience.

Why Food Manager Certification Matters in San Diego County, California

PREVENT

Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to prevent, reduce, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and safety hazards.

AWARENESS

Sharpen your critical thinking and decision-making abilities to address food safety challenges proactively.

ELIMINATE

Learn strategies to effectively reduce or eliminate foodborne illness risks, ensuring a safer environment.

MINIMIZE

Identify and address the dangers of inadequate food safety practices to maintain a safe and compliant establishment.

PRODUCTIVITY

Strengthening food safety protocols minimizes workplace issues, improving efficiency and fewer interruptions.

WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

Implementing safe food handling practices fosters a positive, collaborative work environment, boosting morale and satisfaction.

Serving Food Managers Across San Diego County, California

Our fully accredited online food manager certification program is available to food managers across San Diego County and is recognized in various cities, including:

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.

Know Before You Train

What Does it Mean to be a Certified Food Protection Manager in San Diego County?

Being a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) shows that you have completed an ANAB-accredited training program and passed the CFPM exam. It ensures your establishment meets San Diego County health standards and maintains safe food handling practices.

Who in a Food Establishment is Required to Obtain Certification?

California law requires owners, managers, or lead chefs overseeing unpackaged or potentially hazardous food to hold a valid certification. Many restaurants also certify multiple managers or chefs to cover all operational shifts.

How Do I Complete the AAA Food Handler Certification Program?

You can enroll in the AAA Food Handler’s entirely online, ANAB-accredited course, complete the training at your own pace, and then take the online proctored CFPM exam. Once passed, you receive your certificate immediately, valid for five years.

Is the Food Manager Exam Fully Online and Secure?

Yes, the exam is administered via a secure online proctoring service, allowing you to take it from home or the office. The online format ensures convenience while maintaining state-approved exam standards.

Are There Additional Training Requirements Beyond the Standard Course?

Yes. California mandates that food safety managers also complete ANAB-accredited food allergy training, which AAA Food Handler includes as part of the program to ensure full regulatory compliance.

How Long Does the Certification Remain Valid, and What About Re-certification?

The certification is valid for five years. If the certified manager leaves or the facility changes ownership, a new CFPM must be designated, typically within 60 days, to maintain compliance with local laws.

What Key Food Safety Skills Will I Learn in this Course?

The course covers essential areas such as:

Preventing food contamination and foodborne illness
Proper hygiene and food handling practices
Safe food storage and temperature control
Management of food safety protocols and documentation
Food allergy awareness

Must a Certified Manager Always be On-site During Operations?

At least one CFPM must be accessible during operational hours. While they do not need to be physically present at all times, they must be reachable on-site, by phone, or electronically to ensure compliance with San Diego County regulations.

Why is AAA Food Handler the Recommended Choice for Certification in San Diego County?

AAA Food Handler offers fully ANAB-accredited, California-approved training, complete with instant certification, flexible online access, employer group management tools, and a satisfaction guarantee, providing you with confidence in compliance and food safety practices.

What Local Laws and Regulations Apply to Food Managers in San Diego County?

Under California Health & Safety Code §113947, all food facilities handling non-prepackaged, potentially hazardous foods must have at least one CFPM on staff. Managers must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, safe storage, hygiene, and employee training, as verified through an ANAB-accredited program.

Learning the importance of managing food, food utensils/tools, and dining areas

October 19, 2025

Matt

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Catherine

Sufficient!

Bea W.

Jack D.

Food Handler Course

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Natalie W.

Excellent

Jose D.

Good

xinhua C.

good

easy to learn and remember with visuals

woody

Very helpful and easy to understand

The course is very good and helpful. I hope the website can also add a Chinese version in addition to English and Spanish, so that more Chinese learners can study more easily.

jiacheng S.

Quick and Painless

Ben L.

Food handler corse

One section of your module froze up and I could not hear the end of it even when I went back and restarted the module, also your speaker stated 125 when the module said 135 on a section.

Rachel D.

Easy to Use

October 18, 2025

Sid

Good to go

Easy, informative. Great class.

Rachel S.

Brisa L.

Reyna N.

Ramiro G.

Easy course

Easy to understand and very well written and said to best pass the exam

Destiny V.

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Tony C.

Ebony

User friendly

October 1, 2025

The course was user friendly and very informative.

Jeff

Certified Food Manager

This was a very detailed course, it outlined everything I needed to know as it pertains to handling food. It also gave me great tips on how to properly train other employees. I would highly recommend this course to all business owners in the food industry.

Ethel S.

Great course

Very clear concise and to the point.

Thomas

September 30, 2025

They help you a lot

Cecilia

Thanks for clear Instructions

Rajitha

aaron

Review 20250930

I found this training cumbersome and complicated.

T U.

Required review in order to complete test

Training seems to be thorough and well paced. I guess we’ll see when the test is scored.

Tom

bactieria and viruses

a lot of things that are good to know about becoming ill from how food places operate

orlandomartinez

Just what I needed!

I received the training I needed in an easy to follow, non-painful, way! Thank you!

Katrina W.

AAA DIAMOND PACKAGE

All went well with training. Very informative and i feel like it set you up for success!

Aaron H.

learned something new

September 29, 2025

It was pretty easy, but there were a few things to learn.

Thomas G.

Genial

Me gustó mucho el curso, fue muy dinámico y no es aburrido

Monica

great

September 28, 2025

great course

Megan

Easy to follow

This course was educational, interactive, and easy to follow.

Steve

Excelente

Omar

Very informative

Covered all the points needed to Safely Handle Food

Kenneth

I Love the simiplicity!

Would prefer better voice.

bren

Course REview

September 27, 2025

Very well put together course with clear instructions and easy to understand modules. I found everything to be useful, and I will perform all of these correctly when I start my food business. Very, very informative! Thank you!

Carla B.

food manager

It’s convenient to learn.

Seng M.

August 22, 2025

Mihir D.

Great

Easy

Alex

Kenneth L.

Liam R.

rbs training

easy to navigate

christi

megan

Rbs

August 21, 2025

Really good and knowledgeable training

Brian M.

Very accesible and easy to understand!

This training was very easy to follow and good to comprehend. Great thing doing the little quizes to keep track of what have you been learning.

Anahnza R.

Tristan W.

Good Course

August 20, 2025

Not as long as some and the best price

Brion R.

Jaden

Ahnayah

Brian G.

RBS Training Renewal 2025

August 19, 2025

As a returning student to AAA’s RBS Training program, I would have to say it never disappoints! Very informative and “to the point” information to ensure a safe work environment amongst alcohol served businesses. Thanks again AAA for a reliable training experience to ensure safe and effective alcohol service practices!

Adam

Sudarat

ABC training provider

August 18, 2025

My ABC Training Provider help me a lot with the process of renewing my certificate, thank you again.

There are so many things outside of the realm of just a service professional that are covered in this 3 hour module. There should be separate modules for just service people and the actual licensee.

Jacob

Wes

Horrible AI Voice

The information is fine. But it is presented with a horrible AI voiceover at a pace that can not be adjusted for faster or slower learners. There is no option to simply read the material. So, if you are a learner that does no do well with a lecture format (especially from a robot that uses inaccurate, disjointed, pacing, cadence, and pauses) then this will be maddening for you. Additionally, it is extremely ablest .

Kalina M.

November 6, 2025

Kaleb B.

Super easy to understand

The modules are super clear, concise and easy to follow. I also really like the questions at the end of each section and thought it was helpful for retaining the information.

Andrea

Estefania

Davonte M.

B B.

amazing course

this course is so well made and thought for you to comprehend and learn easy and fast!

diana

Diamond Package FOOD Manager

it was well educated and easily to read

giovanni M.

Kimberly B.

Engaging

I found this course to be very easy to understand. The lesson modules are very user friendly and Maria is a pleasant guide.. It is a very thorough, detailed and nicely organized class. I have used other online classes, but so far this one is the best. I would recommend this class to anyone needing to get their Food Manager certificate.

Dana H.

Great learning experience

Diana S.

five star!

.I enjoyed this course very much. I was able to understand every module

Barbara M.

Kahmari

Very good

Good presentation and easy to follow along to

Shilo G.

👍

Y H.

Nice and helpful

This was easy and very helpful

Jon

Jaquelin

Amazing

This was awesome, I got it all done in about 2 hours give or take!

Jocelyn

You can cook different meat at their appropriate high temperatures for a shorter than expected time period ex. Chicken could be cooked at 160degF for 15 secs to be considered safe, as long it has an internal temp of 165degF

Was a pretty good review and reminder of best food safety handling practices.

Lauren S.

Walter H.

This information shows professionalism and guide what to do when food handling.

Learning proper food handling is essential to prevent contamination and keep customar safe. It ensures food is prepared in a clean, safe way and meets health standards.

Diego V.