* 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.
Hawaii 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.
Hawaii requires Food Protection Manager Certification from an ANAB accredited provider.
While not always legally required, many employers require certified food managers for compliance and liability reasons.
Take an accredited food manager course, pass the exam, and obtain your certification.
Yes, it is required for most food service employees, including those at fast food chains like Pizza Hut.
Managers supervise food safety across the operation, while handlers are trained in safe food practices for their specific roles.
Complete relevant coursework in food service management and nutrition, and pass the CDM exam.
Typically, Hawaii Food Manager Certification is valid for 5 years, but check with your local health department for updates.
Yes, you can complete the entire certification process online through accredited providers.
It covers a lot of material, but is manageable with study and practice exams.
Any Food Protection Manager Certification that is accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), such as AAA Food Handler, is accepted in Hawaii.
The Hawaii Department of Health, through its Food Safety Branch, is responsible for enforcing food safety laws, conducting inspections, and ensuring food establishments meet required certification standards. This includes recognizing Food Protection Manager programs accredited by the ANAB in collaboration with the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).
To ensure a Food Protection Manager Certification is accepted in Hawaii, confirm that the program is accredited by the ANAB and meets Conference for Food Protection (CFP) standards. You can also contact the Hawaii Department of Health – Food Safety Branch to verify its approval for use in the state.
Yes. Hawaii recognizes Food Protection Manager Certifications earned through programs accredited by the ANAB, even if they were obtained from providers based in other states. Always check with your local health department to confirm compliance with any county-level requirements.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
I went into this mandatory training expecting it to be dry and tedious, but I was pleasantly surprised. The content was clear, relevant, and thoughtfully presented. It felt more like a conversation than a lecture. I appreciated the clean layout, the practical examples, and how easy it was to follow. It was painless, informative, and honestly one of the better training modules I’ve completed. Great job to whoever put this together.
amazing experience learned plenty and was a great challenge
This course is very informative and doesn’t take much of your time. Well worth the money.
Muy practico,informativo y educativo,muy interesante e importante que debemos conocer
LESSON AND INFORMATION WAS EASY AND STRAIGHT FORWARD TO UNDERSTAND.
Good and easy
Good course
Quick and short information
I was a bit worried about my overall results but passed the exam with ease. The videos are short and sweet so it’s a good flow/ pace for my short attention span.
I took this Food handling quiz so I could properly handle food I aim to sell
This course was very informative, and important to know when considering working in the food industry.
The training was great
Great course, I enjoyed it. Thank you.
A little long but really easy
Test wasn’t difficult at all. Just have to pay attention to the videos.
Great!