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.

Food Handler

September 3, 2025

Make sure you watch all the videos. Take notes on a note book. The test was very easy.

LORINE H.

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Steven C.

Very thorough training

Everything in the test was covered during the training modules.

Stacey J.

Tatyana

Very Thorough Training

The training was very informative and very through I found the pop up quizzes to be helpful for the final exam. Not very hard to complete and most of the questions was self explanatory.

Zinnuh G.

Fabians Review

I had a great learning experience

Fabian L.

Roger B.

Food Handlers

Great course

Joseph G.

easy to learn

simple and straight to the point

sydnee

Food Handler Course

Easy to understand and quick to complete!

Maegan

Gtreat

There was a lot of good information.

Monique S.

Quick and helpful

This course is convenient, efficient, and provides all the necessary information.

Miriam

Lana

excellent

staff was very helpful and knowledgeable

LaConstance M.

Aaron S.

A very helpful guide on the basics of food handling.

I took this to help with finding jobs, but at the end, I came out of it with knowledge I should have known for a long time, and because of this, I now know the necessary precautions, advice, and other things to help me at home, and at work.

Tobias

The essential protocols of safe food handling

I thoroughly enjoyed the AAA Food Handler course. To my surprise, I learned very important safety protocols and steps in handling food in any food setting. This course should be taught as earliest as a kid to adults at their level of understanding to educate, prevent & safely handle food. Safety should be a priority at any age when handling food.

Lavoris W.

It was nice

Very easy to complete and understand.

Zyiana H.

yes

good

Brandon H.

Certificacion de Manipulacion de Alimentos

Considero necesarias todas las medidas de higiene en la manipulacion de alimentos

para evitar enfermedades.

Marlene R.

Training is Complete

March 20, 2025

I found this training to cover all the bases. Though the volume levels were just bare minimum, I could hear most everything ok.

Rhonda B.

Outstanding TRaining

This course was thorough, and easy to follow. Although this is a 5 year renewal for me I still learned a lot. I liked the fact that the course was bundled and at a very reasonable price.

Thank you AAA

Jack P.

FOOD MANAGERS

This was an informative and helpful. Easy to follow.

JAMIE W.

stacey

Easy to Understand

I enjoyed this course & all the material was easy to understand.

Kristin

Excellet Course!!!!

Very easy to access and understand. The visual aids as well as the commentary were extremely beneficial and I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who needs to complete their training

Carla L.

Great

March 19, 2025

Easy to navigate

Jerrod C.

I TRULY LEARNED A LOT

ANGELA N.

THE MODULES ARE DOABLE IN THEIR SHORT SPURTS.

I went over some modules a couple of times to absorb all the information in them. The only problem I had was with the actual test taking. I took the test through ServSafe and some topics were different so I was not able to give correct answers to some questions. They went more in depth on when food should be reheated or thrown out or how long to keep something even though it was stored at 41 or below and with choice of 5-7 days. Only one question on the ALERT System and I had memorized much of that. There were very few questions on the 9 different bacteria. Also, many questions about food deliveries, floor composition, etc. I passed the test but had to work to figure out answers that would be correct. I would have preferred to have a comprehensive practice test at the end in addition to the short quizzes at the end of each module. The module directory was good to have to review an item or 2.

Sue

Judy H.

Easy to understand and user friendly!

I must say it was an incredibly smooth and rewarding experience. The course was quick, making it perfect for those with a busy schedule but still eager to learn. It was easy to navigate, and I never felt lost or overwhelmed at any point.

The content was clear and straightforward, allowing me to grasp the concepts quickly and confidently. The structure of the course made it simple to follow, with practical examples that helped reinforce the lessons.

Overall, I highly recommend the Food Handlers course to anyone looking to expand their knowledge in a fast, efficient, and user-friendly way!

Kristen B.

Great coverage of all aspects involved

Good material in general, a single summary slide for each module wold be very helpful.

Pablo L.

Jessie

This was a great training

Raughn R.

Awesome Course

Lloyd S.

This course was great for me because I work and go to school and this worked with my busy schedule. I liked that I could go at my own pace.

Tara

Food Manager Course

The course is interesting and colorful.I like it.

Xinmin L.

Great info and smooth setup

This course was well structured and easy to move through quickly!

Jaimie

good course

Good

Maryam A.

Informative

It was very informative, lots of topics but the videos are quick

Krystal G.

GOOD

September 30, 2025

N/A

DANIELA S.

It was pretty straight forward and full of knowledge

Christine G.

This is a good food handlers program. A lot of good information.

Mileika

Allison M.

aaron

Review 20250930

I found this training cumbersome and complicated.

T U.

Sara L.

Katrina B.

Charles P.

Awesome

Clarissa

Videos

It would be a lot better if you weren’t forced to watch all 50 min of videos.

Mingkai L.

Required review in order to complete test

Training seems to be thorough and well paced. I guess we’ll see when the test is scored.

Tom

no N.

bactieria and viruses

a lot of things that are good to know about becoming ill from how food places operate

orlandomartinez

Sabryna R.

Taking course with AAA is easy and accessible. It also give me time to study more because i can go back to the module for easy access of studying and reading

maria H.

Just what I needed!

I received the training I needed in an easy to follow, non-painful, way! Thank you!

Katrina W.

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