Certified
Food Protection Manager

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$99.95

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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
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Washington Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved

Accredited Food Manager Certification King County- Training & Certification

The Food Manager Certification King County by AAA Food Handler offers ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-accredited online training and exams, accessible anytime for professionals in the Washington food industry. This ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-accredited certification fulfills the Washington Department of Public Health requirements to obtain the Certified Food Protection Manager credential and is available in English and Spanish.

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Get Your Food Manager Certification King County: Approved & Trusted

Our ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-accredited Certified Food Protection Manager certification meets Washington Department of Public Health requirements and is available for individuals across all cities in King County. The program is 100% online, offering flexibility to start, stop, and resume training at your convenience.

Benefits of Food Manager Certification in King County, Washington

PREVENT

Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate food-borne illnesses and food hazards.

AWARENESS

Improve critical thinking and decision-making to avoid or prevent sticky situations in food safety.

ELIMINATE

Gain knowledge to minimize or eliminate foodborne illness risks, ensuring a safer dining experience for all.

MINIMIZE

Recognize and mitigate the risks of improper food safety procedures in your food establishment.

PRODUCTIVITY

Reducing food safety complaints will foster a happier workplace, increasing productivity and fewer disruptions.

WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

Safe food handling practices promote a positive work environment, improving overall satisfaction and morale.

Serving Food Managers Throughout King County, Washington

Our online food manager certification program is accessible throughout King County, including cities such as:

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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

How do I become a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) in Washington?

To become a Certified Food Protection Manager in Washington, you must complete an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-accredited Food Manager Certification program. AAA Food Handler offers a fully online program that includes comprehensive training and an exam designed to meet the Washington Department of Public Health requirements. Upon passing, you will receive your Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate, which is valid for up to five years. The program is available in both English and Spanish, allowing you to learn at your own pace, anytime and anywhere in King County.

What are the Washington Food Safety Regulations?

Washington State follows the Retail Food Code, which aligns with the FDA Food Code. The person in charge of a food establishment must demonstrate knowledge in three main areas:

Foodborne disease prevention
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles
Compliance with all state and local requirements listed in the Washington Food Code

By obtaining your Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate through an ANAB-accredited program, such as AAA Food Handler, you meet these regulatory requirements, ensuring your food establishment operates safely and in compliance with the law.

Who Should Get Their Food Manager Certification in Washington?

The person in charge of a food establishment is recommended to obtain certification, but any designated employee may also complete the program. This typically includes restaurant owners, food service managers, executive chefs, or operations managers. Regardless of the role, a certified food manager must always be present while the establishment is operating to ensure compliance with state regulations and promote a safe food environment.

Can I Complete the Washington Food Manager Exam Online?

Yes. The AAA Food Handler’s ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-accredited program is fully online. This allows you to complete the entire training and exam from the comfort of your home or workplace. You can start, stop, and resume the course as needed. The online format provides flexibility for busy professionals while still maintaining rigorous standards required for certification.

How Long is the Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate Valid?

Your Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate is valid for up to five years. After this period, you must complete and pass the Food Manager Certification exam again to renew your certification. Maintaining a current certification ensures ongoing compliance with Washington State food safety regulations and demonstrates your commitment to food safety and professional development.

What will I Learn in the Food Manager Training?

The AAA Food Handler program is designed to give you in-depth knowledge of food safety practices and regulations. The course covers:

Identification and prevention of foodborne illnesses
Proper handling, storage, and preparation of food
Sanitation and hygiene practices
Implementation of HACCP principles in a food establishment
Compliance with Washington State Department of Public Health guidelines

By the end of the program, you will have the skills and knowledge to prevent, minimize, or eliminate food safety risks in your workplace.

How Does Certification Impact my Job Opportunities?

Being a Certified Food Protection Manager can significantly enhance your professional profile. Certified food managers are trusted to oversee food safety programs, train staff, maintain proper temperature controls, and ensure compliance with health regulations. This level of expertise can lead to higher job positions, increased responsibilities, and better pay compared to employees without certification. Employers often prefer or require certification for management-level food service roles.

Can the AAA Food Handler Support Group or Employee Training?

Yes. AAA Food Handler provides group registration tools that allow organizations to enroll multiple employees in the Food Manager Certification program. Employers can track each participant’s progress, manage course completions, and maintain a centralized record of certifications. This feature is particularly useful for restaurants, catering services, and other food establishments that need to ensure all staff are compliant with food safety regulations.

Is the Program Approved by the Washington Department of Public Health?

Yes. The AAA Food Handler’s ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-accredited Certified Food Protection Manager program is fully approved by the Washington Department of Public Health. This means that your certificate meets all legal and regulatory requirements to act as the person in charge at your food establishment. Health departments across King County recognize this certification as valid proof of food safety competence.

How Long Does it Take to Complete the Training and Exam?

The course is designed to be efficient and flexible. The training portion takes approximately 4 hours, and the exam takes up to 2 hours. Because the program is online, you can start and stop as needed to fit your schedule. After completing the course and passing the exam, you can print your Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate immediately.

What Languages are Available for Training?

The AAA Food Handler program is available in both English and Spanish. This ensures that professionals throughout King County can access training in the language they are most comfortable with, helping to promote understanding and effective implementation of food safety practices.

Why Should I Choose AAA Food Handler for King County Food Manager Certification?

AAA Food Handler offers a trusted, ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-accredited program with more than 35 years of experience in food handler and food manager training.

Key benefits include:

100% online, accessible anytime
Comprehensive and interactive course content
Group registration and employer support
Satisfaction and price match guarantees Immediate printing of your certificate upon passing

Excellent training

November 18, 2025

Excellent training and informative.

Editha I.

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excellent class very informative trainginh

Informative

November 17, 2025

I recently completed the Food Manager Certification course, and it exceeded my expectations. The course was interactive, informative, and engaging, making it easy to stay focused throughout. The material was presented in a clear and concise manner, with real-world examples that made the information easy to understand and apply. Overall, the course was well-prepared, highly organized, and professionally delivered. I would definitely recommend it to anyone seeking a solid foundation in food safety and management.

LaShonda W.

Laura

Amazing training experience

This course was self paced, easy to learn, and beneficial. I recommend to anyone that needs to get their certification .

Roger U.

Vy N.

Easy to follow, quick

This program was easy to follow and easy to pass.

Shara

Very well organized training

Bradford

very well explained,

Lou A.

Great quality easy to use

Was able to complete on my time

Ashley

November 16, 2025

This is a great training all the way around. It is long and a little arduous, but well worth it. It is very informative and simple to understand. The training is divided into 10 sessions, each of which is further broken down into various sections. These sections are very straightforward. Very easy to take notes and follow through. The only negative thing I have to say is that if you miss something being said, you can’t scroll backwards; you have to repeat that lesson of that section.

Hilton

Covered a wide range of concepts in a way that was easy to understand

Timothy F.

Thorough but needs work

I found the course to be standard in almost all the information provided however, particularly at the earlier points in the course, I found several instances of information that should have been taught concurrently was split up. This non-linear dissemination made written note taking quite problematic and impeded what could be a more natural flow throughout the lessons. The topic that this was most prevalent in was the discussion of Bio Hazards including discussion of various pathogens. I specifically recall a lesson review with questions regarding Trichinella and Shiga Toxin when they had not yet been covered in the course. Immediately following that review section, those topics were then covered. Outside of those issues I found the course to be rather buggy. I used an iPad A16 (2025) with the latest software update as of today 11/16/25. Also as a note, it would be very helpful to rewind each video along the slider bar to a specific point rather than having to replay the entire video.

Christopher T.

Fast, Informative, Efficient

Good Stuff!

Josh

Times and Tempertures

It was an easy and Interesting course. I learned things I did not know .

Happy P.

Importance of keep food safe.

The importance of keep food safe to avoid any outbreak. The importance of keeping the food facilities clean and safe. The importance of give training to your staff and record and report everything. The importance of times and temperatures in a food facility.

Miriam B.

Easy to understand!

November 15, 2025

I like how the course simplify things!

Lea

Concise information

Simple yet effective information

Bingxin W.

Very helpful.

Learned a lot.

Waleed A.

Adequate information, frustrating interface at times

November 14, 2025

All the information was good and it presented what it said I needed to know for the exam. It was frustrating not to be able to rewind or jump back within a module. There were many times I missed a little bit of what was said or was taking notes and needed to restart an entire module because I missed a single sentence.

Talia F.