* 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
This course was easy to follow, with information given in small sections which made it more manageable to take in.
que los temas fueran mas cortos
Great and thorough
Certification on Food Manager
Me ha parecido excelente en instructivo, he enriquecido mis conocimientos para poder ser más profesional
A good course for those who want to learn quickly and have the information served in a fashion that is easy to understand
Training was very informative, in simple language to understand and detailed. I will recommend it to others also.
me gusto es muy bueno el curso aprendes de todo
It is so nice course as you can pause and get back to it in your convenient time.
I have learn more food and kitchen safety. Next to an exam
I will use it for my future employees for sure.
Me gusto es dinámico entretenido y muy bien explicado
this review was really helpful
Course was very informative and easy to understand
I found well properly managed traing materials.
I like when the robot voice gets sassy when she says things like “PERIOD”.
There are really great information about the foods to prevent the outbreak in current world. All need to be educated how to handle the food wherever you live and being used as worker.
A bit wordy. but effective
the training was very thorough!