* 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.
Idaho 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.
Yes. Idaho food establishments must employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM).
You must pass a Food Safety Certification exam that is ANAB accredited, like the one offered by AAA Food Handler. Exams are available online or in person.
The cost of the certification exam is typically no more than $15, making it affordable for individuals and businesses.
Yes, most food service workers—including those at chains like Pizza Hut—are required to have a Food Handler Card.
A Food Manager oversees food safety protocols and team compliance, while a Food Handler focuses on safe practices specific to their job duties.
You’ll need to complete approved coursework in food service management and nutrition, followed by passing the CDM exam.
Your Idaho Food Manager Certification is typically valid for 5 years. Renewal is necessary before expiration.
Yes! You can complete training and take your proctored exam entirely online through an ANAB-accredited provider.
While comprehensive, most individuals succeed after properly studying and reviewing the material.
Any ANAB and CFP-accredited Food Protection Manager Certification, such as AAA Food Handler, is fully accepted in Idaho.
Food establishments in Idaho should have a copy of their Food Protection Manager Certification readily accessible during inspections. Health inspectors may request to verify that the certification was issued through a program accredited by the ANAB and recognized by the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).
Programs accredited by the ANAB and recognized by the Conference for Food Protection (CFP) are accepted across Idaho. These programs meet FDA Food Code standards and are approved by local health departments throughout the state.
Yes. Even if certain local jurisdictions don’t mandate Food Manager Certification, many employers in Idaho require it to protect their business, meet insurance or corporate policy requirements, and improve food safety across their teams.
Food Handler Reviews
4.9
VERY QUICK AND PRETTY EASY.
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The videos honestly explained everything so well that the test was pretty easy.
The overall experience, while time consuming, was very straight forward and I am satisfied with my experience
Was it boring? Yeah. But was it to the point? Also yes. This training didn’t drag on and gave clear information on how to handle food in a safe way. I took a star away because some of the questions in the exam were so badly worded I had to decode what they meant. It was only a couple questions but annoying enough to be an issue.
Learned a lot of things on how to prepare food properly.
Was informative and easy to follow
I don’t know what I scored. Did I pass or fail. No email no text with results I have no idea. Besides that it was a good course good job
The course was easily understood due to the explanations provided with each category.
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Most Food handlers course’s I’ve taken takes hours and this one was just under an hour and was easy to follow
This course was informative but the narrator sounded somewhat like a robot which could be easy to lose focus with.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
I enjoyed Maria and the course was very informative, and the interaction kept me engaged.
Great Info
I learned a lot of valuable information when managing food and am excited for the next steps!
Everything was explained in a very logical manner and easy to comprehend.
The information is well taught and very usefull.
The course was very informative and detailed I highly recommended to others.
Like that it hit every point. The pictures on power point very insightful.
I think that this course is very informative and straightforward. I enjoyed it, and I learned a few things that I did not know before taking it.
The content was easy to follow and informative.
Overall, it gave a nice summation of the expectations and reality of being a feed manager.
It was very useful and I learnt a lot of useful information regarding food handling. Thanks to AAA
Covered all the material and easy to follow
I live in NJ and am required to take the Food Manager course to become a certified Cottage Kitchen home baker. The AAA Food Handler course was informative and fast. The time passed pleasantly and I hopefully learned a few things I didn’t already know! It was very easy to navigate and I look forward to taking the practice tests with enough success to be able to take the real one shortly.
I appreciate having the opportunity to correctly manage and operate my food service business. This is a great streamlined program that I could fit in to my busy schedule. Thank you!
New to the industry this course was Very informative, I learned ALOT
Very informative and well explained.
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4.8
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5.0
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4.9
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Food Manager Reviews
4.9
Very helpful content for food preparation and food service workers
I WAS SO SCARE ON NOT BEING ABLE TO ACHIVE THIS TEST.BUT IM GLAD I DID
the information is really important for knowing how to handle frozen foods.it has helped me a lot to gain more knowledge.
The course was extremely thorough, and easy to follow. They were very helpful when I needed to extend my learning course prior to my exam and I felt like they really cared.
I’ve gotten my food handlers’ certification and this course taught me more then the lasts 2. I enjoyed the presentations and the pace the course went.
I already knew a good chunk of the information in this course, however there was also a lot of important information as well that I wasn’t fully aware of too. The course was very descriptive and easy to understand. Would recommend to anyone working in food service.
It was easy
Great
The food manager training was thorough and well organized, covering all critical aspect of food safety, hygiene and regulatory compliance and course material was easy to follow. thank you.
Very informative
The course was user friendly and very informative.
This was a very detailed course, it outlined everything I needed to know as it pertains to handling food. It also gave me great tips on how to properly train other employees. I would highly recommend this course to all business owners in the food industry.
I’m happy that I’m getting somewhere in life to help me have a chance of being something in life
Very clear concise and to the point.
Very informative and easy to understand.
Great program.
It was informative
They help you a lot
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4.8
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5.0
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4.9
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