* 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.
Indiana 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. Indiana food establishments must employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM).
You must pass a Food Manager Certification Indiana exam accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP)—like the one offered by AAA Food Handler. Exams can be taken online.
Food Managers oversee safety across the entire food operation. Food Handlers are trained in safe practices specific to their job roles. Clarify that a Food Manager is a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) and describe the broader role.
Complete approved coursework in food service management and nutrition, then pass the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) exam.
AAA Food Handler’s Food Manager Program meets the requirements for Certified Food Service Manager Requirement to Comply with CFR § 483.60 Food and Nutrition Services.
Typically valid for 5 years. Renewal is required before the expiration date. Always check with your local health department for updates.
Yes! The entire training and exam process can be completed online through a provider accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).
Any ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP) is accepted—such as the one from AAA Food Handler.
The Indiana Department of Health’s Food Protection Program provides comprehensive information on food manager certification requirements. They list nationally accredited Food Safety Manager Certification programs and examinations that meet Indiana’s standards.
For detailed guidance, you can contact them directly.
Indiana State Department of Health
2 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
In Indiana, while training is not mandatory before taking the Food Protection Manager Certification exam, it is highly recommended. Accredited providers, such as AAA Food Handler offer comprehensive training programs that prepare candidates for the exam. Food Protection Manager Certification programs cover essential topics like food safety principles, contamination prevention, and regulatory compliance.
The Food Manager exam consists of 80 multiple-choice questions, but only 75 of them are scored. The remaining 5 are pilot questions used for research and do not count toward your final score. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70% based on the 75 graded questions.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
Hello, this course was amazing. We have a small restaurant in a casino and will put three other managers through this knowledgeable certification. Thank you
Very informative and detailed. I’ve learned so much!
Very good course
Great course! Very easy to follow and understand. Highly recommended!
Excellent training and informative.
excellent class very informative trainginh
I recently completed the Food Manager Certification course, and it exceeded my expectations. The course was interactive, informative, and engaging, making it easy to stay focused throughout. The material was presented in a clear and concise manner, with real-world examples that made the information easy to understand and apply. Overall, the course was well-prepared, highly organized, and professionally delivered. I would definitely recommend it to anyone seeking a solid foundation in food safety and management.
This course was self paced, easy to learn, and beneficial. I recommend to anyone that needs to get their certification .
This program was easy to follow and easy to pass.
Very well organized training
very well explained,
Was able to complete on my time
This is a great training all the way around. It is long and a little arduous, but well worth it. It is very informative and simple to understand. The training is divided into 10 sessions, each of which is further broken down into various sections. These sections are very straightforward. Very easy to take notes and follow through. The only negative thing I have to say is that if you miss something being said, you can’t scroll backwards; you have to repeat that lesson of that section.
Covered a wide range of concepts in a way that was easy to understand
I found the course to be standard in almost all the information provided however, particularly at the earlier points in the course, I found several instances of information that should have been taught concurrently was split up. This non-linear dissemination made written note taking quite problematic and impeded what could be a more natural flow throughout the lessons. The topic that this was most prevalent in was the discussion of Bio Hazards including discussion of various pathogens. I specifically recall a lesson review with questions regarding Trichinella and Shiga Toxin when they had not yet been covered in the course. Immediately following that review section, those topics were then covered. Outside of those issues I found the course to be rather buggy. I used an iPad A16 (2025) with the latest software update as of today 11/16/25. Also as a note, it would be very helpful to rewind each video along the slider bar to a specific point rather than having to replay the entire video.
Good Stuff!