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
Very easy to do and understand
I enjoyed this course and even learned some new things. You go into it thinking that most of these concepts are common sense, which a lot of it is, but it goes into deeper detail about other aspects that I didn’t even consider
Mimi deserves a raise she is wonderful
Simple, easy to understand
course was very informative and i understood everything explained in the course
Very easy to understand.
Didn’t know different foods had different temperatures to be fully cooked
Didn’t know different foods had such a different temperature range to be fully cooked
Comprehensive information for food handler course.
Thank you I appreciate the option to take online. It was easy to follow.
very helpful
yay
Yes
Great online certification . Well explained videos and ease of use.
It was very fun and informative
this course was easy to follow, short and to the point. very useful information
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
I realized how important sanitizing dishes are after washing them to ensure they’re clean.
good
I thought the modules were interesting. I took six pages of notes. The navigation was easy.
Taking the Food Manager Course at AAAFoodhandler.com is a smart first step toward building a safe and successful MEHKO pizza business at home. The course makes important food safety lessons easy to understand, covering everything from allergen rules and cooking temperatures to HACCP, TCS foods, and best thawing practices. Even before starting my business, I feel confident in handling ingredients correctly and meeting local regulations to keep future customers safe and happy. AAAFoodhandler.com really helps future food entrepreneurs get ready for home kitchen pizza success!
I’am happy I took this training program, I learned to be proactive rather than reactive, have checks and control points for every process as well as help train team for a better functional work environment. safety is a team effort and there is no better way of accomplishing this as having every team member knowledgeable and aware of why processing have to maintained as well as reporting as need be whenever there is any misunderstanding.
very easy to understand and actually pretty interesting.
The process was easy to understand and clear.
good experience
Super easy to follow along. Quick and fast paced.
Great class a lot of knowledge gained to help me better understand my role as a food manager
I believe we should take this course a least every 3 months for information purpose and maintain mangers updated
Very informative , lots of information that I didnt know that I do now.
Easy to understand teaching, able to work at your own pace. Have enjoyed this course and the information I’ve learned.
I would definitely use this company again.They made it extremely easy and easy to comprehend
I really love how easy it made it.I can go back and review anything.I might have been fuzzy or hazy about things are continuously changing in the industry.This course, so far has made it extremely palatable.And easy
Great Training. Easy to follow and learn; great pace.
Alcohol Training Reviews
4.8
When I originally started this course I dreaded that it would be like courses I had taken in the past. To my surprise it was not. This went a lot quicker than I thought while still containing all the information required.
Easy and interesting to follow along with
Excellent 👌
I appreciate the training very much. It’s teaching me everything I need to know about working for Kims.
Straight forward and easy to follow, but I wish close captioning is available on all videos and stayed. Every new module I have to click “CC” almost each time.
good
The content was formatted in a way that was not overwhelming, easy to follow along with. I appreciated the reviews throughout the modules that highlighted some questions I might’ve needed to revisit.
it is really good informative, straight to the point and fast to do it.
good material, learned some things even have been in the industry. Long training though, said 1 1/2 hours but to really comprehend and write down it was 2 1/2 -3 hours
did what it needed to do – was well organized and informative!
All pages should have a closed caption option and a playback speed option
Food Allergen Reviews
5.0
the training was quick and easy it was relatable to my job so it kept me interested the whole time
This course emphasizes the importance of some people’s allergies to some foods. It safety before during and after the meal is served. also, steps to be taken when an accidental allergen is ingested by a customer.
The course covered all the essentials—how to identify common allergens, the symptoms of allergic reactions, and best practices for preventing cross-contact in a kitchen setting.
Love the app can go back and finish with enough time! It’s starts off where you left off from when logging in and out of app.
Learned info to help prevent cross contact and the importance of protecting customer trust through proper communication from all staff
It was interesting and I learned a lot of new information that I needed to know. Very helpful.
Simplistic yet effective program highlighting the importance of allergy awareness and steps to take to be prepared.
Amazing and informative course
I grade 100%
INFOMATIVE AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND.
This allergen training course is a game-changer for food industry professionals. It’s 100% online, available 24/7, and only takes an hour to complete—perfect for busy schedules. Owners and managers can easily track employee progress, ensuring compliance and accountability.
The certification upon completion is a big plus, and the course is available in both English and Spanish, making it accessible to a diverse workforce. The 40-question final exam might seem a bit long, but with two chances to pass and a 70% passing score, it ensures a solid grasp of allergen safety.
Harassment Training Review
4.9
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Food Manager Reviews
4.9
Easy to follow and straight to the point!
Informative and efficient
Ok.
I liked the course!
it got the job done
Unfortunate you have to readjust the volume for every module.
The course covered many areas of food handling. Improper food handling could result in serious consequences to the consumer, food handler and business entity. The course covers the key points of proper food handling.
Course was easy to follow and thorough on all information needed to handle alcohol
This food handlers test was informative and a great review for me. I am starting a a small business and this will be extremely helpful for me and my Husband who is also taking the test.
I did it
very interesting I learn a lot about
Easy understanding
Alcohol Training Reviews
4.8
When I originally started this course I dreaded that it would be like courses I had taken in the past. To my surprise it was not. This went a lot quicker than I thought while still containing all the information required.
Easy and interesting to follow along with
Excellent 👌
I appreciate the training very much. It’s teaching me everything I need to know about working for Kims.
Straight forward and easy to follow, but I wish close captioning is available on all videos and stayed. Every new module I have to click “CC” almost each time.
good
The content was formatted in a way that was not overwhelming, easy to follow along with. I appreciated the reviews throughout the modules that highlighted some questions I might’ve needed to revisit.
it is really good informative, straight to the point and fast to do it.
good material, learned some things even have been in the industry. Long training though, said 1 1/2 hours but to really comprehend and write down it was 2 1/2 -3 hours
did what it needed to do – was well organized and informative!
All pages should have a closed caption option and a playback speed option
Food Allergen Reviews
5.0
the training was quick and easy it was relatable to my job so it kept me interested the whole time
This course emphasizes the importance of some people’s allergies to some foods. It safety before during and after the meal is served. also, steps to be taken when an accidental allergen is ingested by a customer.
The course covered all the essentials—how to identify common allergens, the symptoms of allergic reactions, and best practices for preventing cross-contact in a kitchen setting.
Love the app can go back and finish with enough time! It’s starts off where you left off from when logging in and out of app.
Learned info to help prevent cross contact and the importance of protecting customer trust through proper communication from all staff
It was interesting and I learned a lot of new information that I needed to know. Very helpful.
Simplistic yet effective program highlighting the importance of allergy awareness and steps to take to be prepared.
Amazing and informative course
I grade 100%
INFOMATIVE AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND.
This allergen training course is a game-changer for food industry professionals. It’s 100% online, available 24/7, and only takes an hour to complete—perfect for busy schedules. Owners and managers can easily track employee progress, ensuring compliance and accountability.
The certification upon completion is a big plus, and the course is available in both English and Spanish, making it accessible to a diverse workforce. The 40-question final exam might seem a bit long, but with two chances to pass and a 70% passing score, it ensures a solid grasp of allergen safety.
Harassment Training Review
4.9
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