* Diamond Package – In order to qualify for the Free Retest, you must complete the ENTIRE online training and sample tests BEFORE taking the initial Food Manager exam. The 1 free retest must be taken within 6 months of not passing the first time. All other retests will be $69.95.
Indiana Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved
We guarantee approval of the Certified Food Protection Manager Program by the health department.
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Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.
Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.
Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Yes. Indiana food establishments must employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM).
You must pass a Food Manager Certification Indiana exam accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP)—like the one offered by AAA Food Handler. Exams can be taken online.
Food Managers oversee safety across the entire food operation. Food Handlers are trained in safe practices specific to their job roles. Clarify that a Food Manager is a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) and describe the broader role.
Complete approved coursework in food service management and nutrition, then pass the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) exam.
AAA Food Handler’s Food Manager Program meets the requirements for Certified Food Service Manager Requirement to Comply with CFR § 483.60 Food and Nutrition Services.
Typically valid for 5 years. Renewal is required before the expiration date. Always check with your local health department for updates.
Yes! The entire training and exam process can be completed online through a provider accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).
Any ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP) is accepted—such as the one from AAA Food Handler.
The Indiana Department of Health’s Food Protection Program provides comprehensive information on food manager certification requirements. They list nationally accredited Food Safety Manager Certification programs and examinations that meet Indiana’s standards.
For detailed guidance, you can contact them directly.
Indiana State Department of Health
2 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
In Indiana, while training is not mandatory before taking the Food Protection Manager Certification exam, it is highly recommended. Accredited providers, such as AAA Food Handler offer comprehensive training programs that prepare candidates for the exam. Food Protection Manager Certification programs cover essential topics like food safety principles, contamination prevention, and regulatory compliance.
The Food Manager exam consists of 80 multiple-choice questions, but only 75 of them are scored. The remaining 5 are pilot questions used for research and do not count toward your final score. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70% based on the 75 graded questions.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
During the AAA Food Handler online training, I learned essential principles of safe food handling. This included understanding proper food temperatures, such as the correct cooking degrees for meats, as well as safe temperature guidelines for pastries and vegetables. I also learned about different safe thawing methods – like using a microwave or cold running water- and why leaving food out at room temperature for hours is unsafe.
The training covered important hygiene practices, including proper handwashing, preventing cross-contamination, and maintaining clean workspaces. I also gained knowledge about food allergies and how to prevent allergic reactions by keeping ingredients separated and communicating clearly. Overall, the course emphasized consistently following safe food-handling procedures to protect both customers and coworkers.
Excellent tools, great online courses. Well, planned, layed out & easy to follow.
Needs to shorten.
Quick and to the point.
I appreciated how straight forward all the information was. The videos are very informative and easy to follow making the whole process very easy.
This course is very well and explains everything.
All modules were short and concise covering necessary information that must be retained.
This course was clear, well-organized, and easy to follow. I appreciated how the Information was presented in a straightforward and practical way, making it simple to understand and remember. The training definitely improved my knowledge of proper food safety practices.
This course is very thorough. I like the periodic review questions after each module.
this course is helpful in building my confidence and clarity in running a high quality business
Easy and efficient! Lets just hope I pass!
The Food Manager course was clear and practical. It helped me understand food safety rules and kitchen procedures. Overall, it was easy and useful.
This training was super helpful. The visuals made it even more interactive and realistic. I found myself visualizing myself in each moment. Though it definitely took a while to complete, I feel super knowledgeable on so many topics I didn’t realize would come in handy!
I am really impressed with all the information and all the things I did not even know after all this time working in the industry, very eye opening. I recommend all food industry staff to take this course, I think is the best invested time I dedicated to, it is super complete and well documented.
This training course was really helpful. Tought me alot of things i thought i knew but didn’t know.
love the way it is designed in different sections and the more thoughtful way of teaching
It was informative and no one video was so long that you didnt want to sit and do the training. I also like that I did it in my time.
The class was presented well and organized. The class was broke down into easily understandable sections.