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

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$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

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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.

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September 3, 2025

very detailed

Desiree S.

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nothing to contribute

Jackie

Boring an long

Jesus J.

Great course

Easy to follow and I learned a few things that were outside of commonsense and decency.

Becky T.

Very informative information!

I enjoyed gaining more knowledge by taking the food handler class.

Christy F.

Very informative training

There was alot of things I had already knew, but SO much information that I did not know. This is a very informative training.

Mandy

September 2, 2025

Awan

destiny G.

Meghan

great

angie D.

Work hard

The review was boring but I passed it and it’s nice to know things that you don’t know.

Damian G.

Very great

Alex T.

I rated with five stars

The module are short, like the way it is sumerize

Nancy A.

Training Course

Very easy to follow and understand. Very pleased with this site and course.

Cherie Y.

Long training but simple

The training modules seemed to go on forever but the exam seemed to be simple enough.

K W.

Instructions was clear and concise

Very informative and knowledgeable class. Will recommend

Lasharon J.

excellent

this course was very informative and helpful

Bethany

Tazzy G.

Informative

Very quick and easy, but also very informative.

Evan V.

easy to learn

March 19, 2025

AT YOUR OWN PACE LEARNING EASY TO UNDERSTAND

MELANIE F.

good program

Thanks for designed such a clear to learn program.

Wei W.

David D.

Great Course

This course is set up well and full of great information. I enjoyed the quizzes at the end of each section!

Alexa M.

I joined the test.

Celestina D.

GOOD INFORMATION

March 18, 2025

THAT IS WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW TO MNAGE FOOD IN OUR STORES

Carlos P.

Thanks

C T.

Excellent

Thank you, I feel very prepared now.

Cheryl

This course was very informative and easy to follow. With the ability to watch a module again to gain all information needed.

Melinda W.

Modules are easy to understand

Zharmyn

Easy to follow, quick and informative

I enjoyed the way this training was structured. The visuals were nice in addition to listening to the information.

madi

Good Training

This training was simple and straightforward. It was able to highlight the important topics and supplement them with pictures and graphics that helped with understanding the content.

Celina

Food Course

All the info was very informative

Bonnie

Food Trianing

Excellent tutorial for each section

Kosal

amazing

Thank you guys so much for this course, it was very informative. i learned things i did not know before!!

Dynetria B.

CFPM Renewal

I think of this course is just a refresher of what I’ve learned in the past. Was nice to be up to code on everything.

Homero J.

Responsability

Being responsible for all critical control points means ensuring that food, processes, and controls are proceeding in the best possible way to ensure the health of our customers.

Cesar S.

March 17, 2025

ZARINA

very good

very interested , everything very clear

Maria P.

Sean Q.

September 30, 2025

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.

josue

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All went well with training. Very informative and i feel like it set you up for success!

Aaron H.

Not too bad

For a mandatory course..it was pretty good.

Tommy L.

Ismael

AMAZINGLY EASY

super easy and cheap

Alex R.

Great Program

Videos were informative and easy to watch. Test was straightforward.

Codi

The acronyms FATTOM is very crucial for everyone to know even though one is not working in a public food place.

FatTom si an acronyms that highlights 6 stages bacteria can grow faster in food. These are:

Food – Acidity – Temperature – Time – Oxygen – Moisture.

While all of them are very important to know, for me the stand out one is Temperature. It shows you the diffence between the cooking temperature, the fridge temperature and the danger zone temperature which are some key elemeents to know in order to prevent the growth of bacteria in food.

Robenson G.

Easy to use progam

September 29, 2025

Comprehensive but easy to follow and understand

Christine

The training was informative, but painfully long.

It was incredibly hard to stay focused after the 1 hour mark and feel if I didn’t already do food handling training before, I would have struggled with the exam.

Joel

Destiny L.

It was an easy understanding training

It was a good training that was easy to understand and comprehend.

Carlee B.

MASTERING FOOD SAFETY: MY AAA FOOD HANDLER COURSE EXPERIENCE

I recently completed the AAA Food Handler Course, and it was an excellent experience! The course was well-organized and easy to follow, with clear explanations of food safety, hygiene, and handling practices. I especially appreciated the practical examples and visual aids, which made it easy to understand important concepts like TCS foods, temperature danger zones, and proper thawing methods.

The interactive quizzes helped reinforce the lessons, and I felt confident applying the knowledge in a real-world kitchen setting. Overall, the course was engaging, informative, and very user-friendly. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve their food safety skills and meet certification requirements.

MAY D.

Very good to do

It was very educational and easy to do

Natalie L.

Lina

food handler

it was really informative

angie O.