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



















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.
Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to prevent, reduce, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and safety hazards.
Sharpen your critical thinking and decision-making abilities to address food safety challenges proactively.
Learn strategies to effectively reduce or eliminate foodborne illness risks, ensuring a safer environment.
Identify and address the dangers of inadequate food safety practices to maintain a safe and compliant establishment.
Strengthening food safety protocols minimizes workplace issues, improving efficiency and fewer interruptions.
Implementing safe food handling practices fosters a positive, collaborative work environment, boosting morale and satisfaction.
Our fully accredited online food manager certification program is available to food managers across San Diego County and is recognized in various cities, including:
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The course covers essential areas such as:
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.
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.
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.
Food Handler Reviews
4.9
I think it is a great learning experience and very detailed
The review was long but informative
Everything was perfect.
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Well presented and helpful.
Great way to learn about proper food handling. Information is presented in an easy to remember format.
Very informative
This was a very straight to the point, clearly laid out handlers’ course with information given to you in a manner that is easy to retain and was a breeze to get through.
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well presented
Very good teaching methods.
It was really easy and informative
it was ok.
The videos were hard to get through. I kept falling asleep between them. The voice is worse then my algebra teacher back in middle school. Please change that for others sake.
easy and informative
great staff
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
the sessions being spread out and easily relaunched is nice.
Put together well
Helpful Info
It was a huge help to prep for the exam!
The coarse explained different food borne illnesses, the temperatures at what food are safely stored and cooked at, cleaning and sanitizing, different bacteria and viruses, and how to manage your staff.
I am new to the industry and I liked that the course sections were broken down with appropriate reviews in between.
Fun times with AAA. I know feel like an expert ready to conquer food borne illness and unsanitary practices !
This is a well-organized and easy-to-follow study guide. It covers all the key topics clearly, making it simple to review and understand important concepts. Perfect for quick study sessions and exam prep.
The format was simple and easy to use and the information was presented in a very understandable way
Very good
Personally, I felt the training was very detailed and walked through everything you needed to know for food and equipment safety. They went to a detailed breakdown of everything from washing your hands to training your employees.
I found the information and the way it was presented to be clear and informative.
I really like the info it given in this course.
It was very helpful for my future in hospitality.
Alcohol Training Reviews
4.8
It took a lot longer than 2 hours but, in the end, it was very thorough, and I feel confident in taking the exam immediately!
Very great training
It was broken down into a lot of different lessons when it could have just been a few long videos. It took way too long.
Good
Easy to follow and very informative
great program
Thank you! Very informative!
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educational
Good info
I liked the course!
It was very helpful and I learned a lot from these courses.
The course includes alcoholic beverages, the portion and also list of drugs.
It took me 4 hours to finish and multiple re-taken tests.
It was simple and concise
This course was great and very informing
Food Allergen Reviews
5.0
worth gaining the knowledge on how to remain safe and hold regard to public health
Thanks
easy and i learned a lot
easy steps
A simple and easy way to get a better understanding of Allergens/what you can do.
Takes too long
useful information
A great source of information and review quizzes
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4.9
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Food Manager Reviews
4.9
It is educational and instructive.
Very informative and educational. I learned a great deal.
It was helpful, simple and easy to understand and follow through.
it’s was nice
Really helpful information that helps me to reflect on the potential dangers and proper procedures when it comes to handling food.
Very good explanation
I found the course to be easy to follow, and the way it was structured made it applicable to real life situations.
Vey fast and helpfull
Course was easy to follow and prepared you for the exam.
love how the videos are short but informative and interactive
That was a fun and very easy to understand
Long but informative course
I thought the process was good and very detailed. I had no problems with this course.
Was great and simple to complete very informative.
easy. definity recommend
This program was nicely formatted and easy to understand. I learned a lot and feel prepared to work in the food industry.
Very fast and easy
Alcohol Training Reviews
4.8
It took a lot longer than 2 hours but, in the end, it was very thorough, and I feel confident in taking the exam immediately!
Very great training
It was broken down into a lot of different lessons when it could have just been a few long videos. It took way too long.
Good
Easy to follow and very informative
great program
Thank you! Very informative!
daSd
educational
Good info
I liked the course!
It was very helpful and I learned a lot from these courses.
The course includes alcoholic beverages, the portion and also list of drugs.
It took me 4 hours to finish and multiple re-taken tests.
It was simple and concise
This course was great and very informing
Food Allergen Reviews
5.0
worth gaining the knowledge on how to remain safe and hold regard to public health
Thanks
easy and i learned a lot
easy steps
A simple and easy way to get a better understanding of Allergens/what you can do.
Takes too long
useful information
A great source of information and review quizzes
N/C
Harassment Training Review
4.9
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