* 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 Handler Reviews
4.9
Good modules and engaging.
to long.
This was the best and easiest test I have taken so far
do it!
Great tool to use for brushing up on your certification.
Fine
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Iv6been a cook 20 years
Helpful in many divisions of my curiosity of food handling. It Let me comprehend the things needed to excel at being on the food industry. Highly recommend!! 10/10
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Fun
Please review the test questions as they are not accurate according to national food handler’s standards/regs.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
good
Training was at a good pace and the sections were thorough in detail
The course was great and I learned alot.
Excellent course
Very knowledgeable and easy to follow along..
I loved that it was clear. I could pause to take notes and I could complete it on my own time.
training was focused on major points for food safety.
Get course. easy to listen to and full of information.
awesome!
I really liked how the modules were structured. It was very informative and interesting.
pretty good training except it goes back to beginning of a module if you go forward accidentally
I was good
I was very impressed with this training. It was easy to follow and it covered so much important information for managers to take back and teach their staff.
Great pace and give you the information you need to succeed in this industry
This class was extremely helpful for learning what I needed to obtain a cottage food handler license with my local health department. Thank you!
Learned a lot and everything is understandable
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4.9
Course is very usefull, teaches you basics of safe food handling which can be applied to everyday food preparation anywhere
Easy to understand and stay attentive.
This was very Educational and very informative.
is good for the preparation the food.
Excelent!
self explanitory
Good
Very great training
great course
This training was wonderful. It was informative and easy to understand.
An easy and quick way to learn about being a food handler. Very informative!
This course really helped me understand better food safety! And helpful to be able to continue making treats for people safely.