GEORGIA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

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

You must pass a Food Protection Manager Certification exam from an ANAB accredited program, such as AAA Food Handler. Exams are available online.

Food handlers are trained in basic safe food practices. Food Managers, or Certified Food Protection Managers, oversee broader food safety compliance across the establishment.

Complete coursework in food service management and nutrition, and pass the CDM (Certified Dietary Manager) exam.

AAA Food Handler’s Food Manager Program fulfills the Certified Food Service Manager requirement in compliance with CFR § 483.60 – Food and Nutrition Services.

Typically, Food Manager Certification Georgia is valid for 5 years. Be sure to check with your local health department for the most current requirements.

Yes! You can complete the full certification process, including the ANAB accredited exam, online through accredited providers.

Any Food Protection Manager Certification that is ANAB accredited, such as the program offered by AAA Food Handler, is accepted nationwide.

Yes. During routine inspections, Georgia health officials may ask to see proof of Food Manager Certification. Having a valid certificate from a program accredited by the ANAB helps demonstrate compliance and can prevent violations or penalties.

Yes. While some programs may be approved locally or statewide, those accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP) follow nationally recognized standards. Certification programs that hold accreditation from the ANAB are more widely accepted and help ensure validity across jurisdictions.

To ensure acceptance, choose a Food Protection Manager Certification program accredited by the ANAB and recognized by the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). You can also confirm with your local health department before enrolling.