Yes. Indiana food establishments must employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM).

You must pass a Food Protection Manager Certification exam accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (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 ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).

Any ANSI National Accreditation Board (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.