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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We guarantee approval of the Certified Food Protection Manager Program by the health department.
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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.

Easy and fub

September 9, 2025

Marques S.

Manipulación de alimentos

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Yoel S.

No Title

EVERYTHING WAS PRETTY SIMPLE AND STRAIGHT FORWARD

TIYUAN B.

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Amy E.

great overall review

it was very knowledgeable

neko S.

Kennedy

God over Everything

It was a great pleasure taking the test, i had fun and learnt a lot.

Delon M.

Food Handler

Great Course

Jonathan B.

good

braydon

I like how the course is broken up into several mini sections. It makes it much easier to focus and learn.

Beth

Could use some work

It felt disjointed at times. and some videos still need captioning. maybe make it so captions stay on between videos?

John H.

Food handler

Intense but informative.

Allison H.

Buena trabajo

Siempre es bueno aprender .. pero es mejor cuando el curso es muy bueno

Henrry

Buen trabajo

Es importante aprender siempre .. pero también es mejor cuando el curso es muy bueno

September 8, 2025

caleb

Amazing

Long but very much worth it

David V.

Great

Easy to navigate very informative and covers all training

Ibrahim

It was a long process

The training was conducted in a very ridiculously long state and overly explained everything instead of being straightforward and to the point

Jack

food handling

good to know the details of each step

al D.

best program ever

April 10, 2025

This course was very understandable and fast.

Gabriella

Olena

Helpful

Very helpful.

Jared

Great Food Manager course

Good information for food safety and the practices needed in a commercial kitchen. The course was very straight forward and informative.

Wayne S.

Its fine

It wasn’t the most painful thing ever

Moss

PRPOER TRAINING OF FOOD HANDLING

THE COURSE HIGHLIGH ALL AREA THAT NEED IN ORDER TO PROPERLY HANDLE AND PREPARE FOOD IN ORDER TO PREVENT UNNECESSARY ILLINESS OF CUSTOMER AND THE AREA OF CLEANESS OF SELF AND THAT OF THE FACILITY IN ORDER TO KEEP EVERYTHING IN WELL AND CONTROL MATTER THE COURSE WAS EDUCATIONAL AND A WELL PREPARED IN ORDER TO HELP ME EDUCATED THE ONE’S UNDER MY SUPERVISION.

CYNTHIA S.

Handwashing

All too often, people don’t realize the importance of handwashing. Not only for personal hygiene but also when touching something that could be potentially hazardous when handling food. I feel that part of this training was explained the best.

Elizabeth T.

Diamond package

easy to follow

Kelly

Easy to follow

Food Handler Prevention Training

I have learned a lot of proper ways for food handling and keeping a clean germ free area.

Stacy G.

Very helpful

It was easy to learn and understand.

Thank you.

Jae L.

Fun

April 9, 2025

It was entertaining and informational.

samantha H.

Excellent course

Every module was really explicit about each topic.

Veronica

buen curso

Fern

El curso estuvo genial

Todo estuvo muy bien explicado y muy entretenido no se me hizo para

nada aburrido.

Apremndi mucho en este curso.

Miguel S.

course training

Very informative a lot of intake, at some points of the course would be confusing,

would have liked to be in contact with trainer, to ask specific questions regarding information and details not familiar with

Deena L.

Good

It was good

Tetyana

This was a great experience with excellent materials

Tennille

Most educated and straight to the point

I genuinely enjoyed the training modules because every slide explains vital key points we need to absorb as managers. I like this course much better than others. Definitely recommend!!

Donna F.

Seamless & Efficient

Solid course content, easy to retain

4

July 26, 2022

Jackie B.

Thank you

KASEY P.

great

easy and helpful

Margaret M.

No complaints

Ann M.

great!!

Gregory W.

Zoe O.

We should be getting paid for this.

Erin W.

Kenny N.

Markis T.

July 25, 2022

Gianna H.

It was extremely informative and I'm happy to learn all of this information so that I can be a better server and help keep my customers safe. Thank you.

I took tons of notes because I didn’t know you’d give us the workbook at the end. I guess I didn’t need to take all these notes because that aspect of it was stressful to me, however, I’m glad I did because it makes retaining the information better. This information is very important and it’s great knowledge to have if you work in this business.

Kimberly F.

good fun

jolly good time

Megan B.

okay

Sara K.

nice and simple

July 24, 2022

Julia K.

bla

July 23, 2022

b;a

Suk K.

Clear and understandable

Maja J.

lean a lot

Ying C.

Excellent

Tim K.

great site to get training

good modules clear and specific

Charisse R.

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Tony G.

Cool

October 5, 2025

Xavier M.

Great!

This was a very informational course.

Yadira L.

Good Educational course, simple

Sydney

Evelyn S.

convenient and informative course

This food handler’s course was easy to do at home and simple to understand. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to get their food handlers permit.

Jodie

it was great

Joie

It was a great expereince

good for home use

I learned a lot. Makes you think about what you do at home with food and food surfaces

Kathleen K.

Texas Food Manager Training

It’s very detail. I couldn’t have learn so much about the restaurant business if it wasn’t for this course.

Sidney F.

Easy to understand courses

Joana

5 star

manjeet S.

This is fast and easy. My only feedback is that it’s not optimized for mobile and some of the sounds/cc don’t work perfectly.

Melanie T.

Uisd

Claudia L.

Good course on Food Safety.

October 4, 2025

Good class, very educational, and I would highly recommend it to others.

Paul

Great course

East to follow course. Very informative and hopefully it sets me up to be fully ready to pass this test and get my certificate

Byung K.

Summary

I enjoyed the course

Deborah W.

Testing

Informative and helpful

Julie D.

Training is buggy

This training is a requirement but it was so damn glitchy that I almost had a meltdown. I ended up having to rewatch/listen to almost every single segment because it wouldn’t allow me to continue 90% of the sections even though I’d watch it all the way through. I had to watch multiple segments 3 or even 4 times before the dang thing would let me proceed! It was the most frustrating certificate class I’ve ever had to partake in.

Erin S.

Very good

Julio C.