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.

great exam

September 5, 2025

easy to understand

isaiah G.

No Title

This course and exam was extremely helpful and informative.

Tiyanni M.

Really easy n self explanatory just study

Anthony P.

Jahmari H.

Food Handling

It was good.

Jessica

Easy to understand

I loved it! Easy to understand all course and perfect platform for get the license.

Ender

stephanie

Maria

Great

Quick, easy, and straight to the point for $6 can’t beat that

Dajah C.

Tells you all you need to know about proper food handling

Hailey H.

Great food knowledge

Good way to start!

Latunya

Wyatt M.

nice class

easy to follow class.

ALK

very good

i little long

omar

omar R.

INFORMATIVE

very knowledgable and informative course.

Elijah B.

christopher C.

great training

Marcoz T.

Linda L.

Linda

No thanks

March 29, 2025

No review for you

Alexander

Adam

Informative

This training was not painful at all. Each module was concise and highlighted information need. I appreciate reviews and quizzes provided at the end of each module. It allowed for information retention.

I would recommend this training to others.

Joy

Good course

Great training

Jamie

Bianca Martinez review

March 28, 2025

Overall very pleased. short and straight to the point with very important information.

Bianca M.

Sanya G.

Food manager

It was very easy to follow and take notes, spoken clearly

Kim G.

Monotone, Boring.

Presentation was out of order, clearly done by A.I. voice generation. However, it was worth what I paid for it.

Doug

good

satisfied with course.

brooke

penny S.

Courtney

Shyanna Y.

Informative course

March 27, 2025

Engaging, easy to follow along. Good, concise information.

Kellie S.

Javier A.

5

MUY BUENAS INSTRUCCIONES

RUDY C.

Great presentation

I really enjoyed the train. Straight forward and simple to absorb. I did not know it was women and minority owned, I was wondering how for the first time the images of the tutor “Maria” is minority. I think this fact that it is women and minority owned should be at the forefront before people even sign up. I am so happy I chose AAA! Wishing you luck and a lot more customers.

Eric

Great course. Thanks

Jamie C.

I thought the training was very informative and useful, but the pacing seemed a bit inconsistent. Some parts seemed to give more detail than needed to understand the concepts such as the 3-bay sink dishwashing process or the handwashing process while others seemed to cram too much material into a short time span such as the biohazard section.

Henri M.

Ashley W.

interesante y muy educativo

aprendi demaciado de cosas o situaciones que imaginava fue de mucho valor para mi me encanto

claudia R.

July 3, 2022

Elsa Z.

The course for RBS alcohol service was informative. Some of the questions on the review tests had mistakes that need to be review by company. Manageable and worth the time.

Brian N.

Great for the price, only thing annoying is having to click between the modules and having to click submit twice when answering questions

Sophia D.

Efficient and smooth.

July 2, 2022

Michael H.

Easy

Erica D.

It was helpful and straight to the point. Thank you.

July 1, 2022

Clinton G.

very informative

Alex G.

This takes a few hours

June 30, 2022

Creshia F.

Found to be pretty informative in certain situations, was pretty insightful.

Ryan A.

Jacob B.

Great course Easy to understand

Only issue I had was in the Section 7 Review & Quiz where one of the questions didn’t have the correct answer available . The question regarding at what age could a person born Feb. 3, 2002 be able to purchase/drink alcohol. The correct answer would be Feb. 3, 2023, but that wasn’t one of the available answers. There was Feb 3, 2000, Feb. 3, 2020, and two Feb. 3, 2022 which makes the person 18, 19 or 20 years of age. This resulted in a missed question giving me a 95% instead of the 100% I should’ve received. Just thought you should be aware of this.

Denise B.

good training

June 29, 2022

Jean C.

October 1, 2025

Great experience

Mukambet T.

had a great time!!!

great!!

kaylee

AAA Food Handlers

Very Quick and easy process, got done during my down time!

Ryan

bria B.

well done

The exam and test was relatively quick and easy to understand.

Amado C.

good class

steve

Safety Food Handling

Great!

Ivy C.

GOOD

Easy to understand and follow instructions

Barbara K.

this was a easy on going course

Justin B.

Learning proper food handling

Upon completing this food handling course I have increased my knowledge of how to properly handle food to avoid contamination, and adhere to strict guidelines in an effort to minimize pathogens, and cross contamination. I would recommend this class to anyone who eats or cooks.

Todd S.

Comprehensive and helpful

Easy to understand and follow.

So thankful

Bryant R.

awsome

BAYRAM G.

loved it

james

Ashley G.

Jose R.

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Mikaylah W.

Felisa

MSG info is outdated

The course mentions MSG as a negative in food. The crusade against MSG over the last few decades has been proven to be a racially fueled campaign to drive Chinese and other Asian owned restaurants out of business. To not remove and alter that information and acknowledge this only serves to perpetuate a racist anti Asian Rhetoric. I hope you will recognize that continuing to say and spread this misinformation is harmful.

Adrian S.