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.

Good

October 24, 2025

Suleiman

a refresher for me

Really easy to understand in simple terms,

Michelle

No Title

I think this training was easy to follow however I think some of the shorter modules could have been combine to make for less clicking.

mollie

EASY AND TO THE POINT

EFFECTIVE AND APPROPRIATE

Foodie Food Training Review

Pretty comprehensive. I certainly took a lot of notes while trying to keep up. I wish there was the option to reverse or skip forward in the videos in order to reach specific timestamps, but that’s just a nothing sandwich.

Daniel D.

Testing made easy

I found that this site was very informative and easily understood.

Emily S.

Very educating

I liked the fact it was presented quickly

Silas

It was simple and easy to follow along

Destiny

food handling experience

fun and interesting facts to leaern and know about food handling

David M.

Belgiba U.

Easy Course

The course is of much common sense knowledge. It is pretty straight forward but it takes time. A 6th grader probably can do this well.

Adela G.

Efficient and Informative Testing

October 23, 2025

I enjoyed how thorough the testing was and have learned a lot from this!

Gilbert B.

Food handler

Good information and easy to follow slides

Jannelyn D.

Quick and easy

This was a straightforward and simple program

Rachael

Gwen

good and easily way to learn.

The stuff to lean it was really simple and easy to learn.

Cyrus S.

Painless and quick but informative

Easy to complete

Sandi

Practical

Very easy to understand and follow

Rocio B.

Highly informative

I never knew how much work and effort truly went into making food safe until now. very informative and prepared me for my future in the food industry.

Garrett

Informative

AAA Food handler course was informative and simple to complete.

Tommy

informative

October 21, 2025

the training program was informative and insightful and will definitely help manage the establishment safe.

asma

the study course is excellent and very informative

JOSEPH L.

great information

Lots of info. easy to follow

Lisa

Lester

Lester F.

Thank you so much

October 20, 2025

Good explanation, videos

Xiomara

Training is clear and easy to follow

Good training and not very boring

Zachary

Informative, easy to follow and sets you up for success

I spent the last few hours going through all of the sessions and I have learned so much! I feel prepared for the exam.

Heather

Well Organized and informative but precise.

Hope B.

Food certification

The Food Handler (or Food Manager) course is a foundational training designed to ensure that anyone preparing, serving, or managing food operations understands how to prevent foodborne illness, maintain sanitation standards, and comply with government health regulations.

It aligns with the FDA Food Code and typically prepares learners for the ServSafe Manager Exam or equivalent certification exams approved by local health departments.

Aziz S.

easy to use

easy to use this course .

cynthia E.

excellent and informative

October 19, 2025

Everything was easy to understand and the knowledge was absorbed well.

kylie P.

food handler

it was informative.

L D.

great,easy to use,informative

trisha B.

Sarah

Very informative

I enjoyed this class and it was very helpful

Andrea

October 18, 2025

Nithiwadee

Excellent Manager Training

This course is very informative and a great tool for growth and development.

Saleem S.

Helpful Training

This training was user friendly and straightforward, with clearly communicated information for health and safety standards in food service.

Victoria

Food service managers course

October 17, 2025

Simple easy to do online

Michelle S.

Informative!

Kim

Great course!

October 16, 2025

I liked the course!

Susanna S.

great

October 15, 2025

This was great.

RBs alcohol

It was ok it’s long

Anthony

October 14, 2025

austen

Great class really went intell detail

Great class really explains everything you need to know

Lawrence S.

Long but informative

October 13, 2025

Very important for law enforcement knowledge.

Kate M.

simple

October 12, 2025

it was easy to follow along with

james

Great

October 11, 2025

Cat

October 10, 2025

athena

Ricardo A.

Great, simple, easy

October 9, 2025

User friendly. Direct and hits everything you need to know.

Anthony S.

Helpful

Very helpful in learning or refreshing already learned lessons

Felipe

The training

Thank you for the significant training.

Reimi C.

Detailed program

This was very good training program. It had a log of info but not super long videos. Very easy to understand and helped information stick with the reviews.

Emilia A.

Great Course

I enjoyed the course

Leslie W.

Could use improvement

I am an instructional designer and found a few issues with the training.

– misspellings

– AI voice needs correcting in many spots

– Lots of inconsistencies

– A little choppy

Feel free to reach out for more info/solutions.

Matt

alcoholic beverage

October 7, 2025

lots of information to learn.

jeremias S.

Very good coverage and clear information

this course covered everything i needed to know about serving alcohol and all the information well presented in a clear, concise way. P.S. module 4.11 turned into the spanish version, every other module was still in english

Kennan M.

August 28, 2025

Nicole M.

August 27, 2025

Stephanie

javiera B.

August 26, 2025

madisen G.

Allergen Training

Very informative. An emphasis on proper food handling to avoid allergic reactions.

Justin B.

Very Understandable and Easy

August 23, 2025

This was easy to get through. The second test was a bit confusing.

Amelia K.

August 22, 2025

Jay W.

August 18, 2025

Alyssa

Very Informative and great

i loved the mini test the interaction works wonders to some people to keep them interested

Betty R.

Easy to digest

August 16, 2025

The material was easy to digest and the exam was straightforward.

Crystal

August 15, 2025

Christina V.

class summary

August 13, 2025

information very detailed

John P.

Awareness

August 10, 2025

Always nice to learn new things

Amanda

Very Informative and Helpful

August 8, 2025

This helped me learned a lot about food allergies and intolerances. Honestly, it should be a requirement for all food service workers to take this course.

Esme

Interesting

This training was very interesting and easy to take and pass.

Idalia

fun to take and very insightfull

August 6, 2025

Im glad I passed. Looking forward to working in the field.

Raul N.

August 2, 2025

Wendy

Very interactive and fun to learn

July 24, 2025

Syed H.

July 23, 2025

Zachary S.

July 22, 2025

Great course and fast

Diana R.

Food Handlers

November 8, 2025

The course was very informative

60% of Americans don't wash their hands

very informative

snyder

Kenneth

It was cool

steph

Thank you!

This is the beginning of a new adventure to me! I don’t mind if I have to learn something new because I know not all the people is doing what they have to do to make their dreams come true.

David S.

Educational

Very informative and easy to follow.

Kevin

Andrew

Long but manageable

Will do it again in 3 years

Varonique

Dasia D.

I enjoyed the course!

John B.

Miriam

AAA Food Handler Course

Very detailed, easy to understand and follow.

Joyce

ca food handler

It was a cheap and fast easy process to understand ways and rules of food handling safely.

Tammy

Great exam !

Precious E.

It was not a fast process but also not difficult

Best Food Handlers Course I've taken

I’ve previously taken at least 2 other food handlers courses. This one has been the most educational.

Katie R.

Ready to handle

I feel very prepared to handle food at my work. I’ve learned a lot about the importance of cleanliness and how to be mindful in the workplace. I’m ready to handle food!

Lolin A.

Great! Fun!

Very nice graphics and user friendly

Richie F.

Very helpful course for every food handler

I appreciate the way this course helped me to understand about food handling, I recommend it to you too.

Elvis R.