* 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.
Iowa 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. Iowa law requires that all food establishments have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff.
Pass an exam from an ANAB accredited program, such as AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification.
Iowa Food Manager Certification is valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiration.
Yes. Iowa recognizes Food Protection Manager Certification from programs accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), making them valid statewide.
Food handlers are trained for basic food safety. Food managers oversee broader responsibilities, including compliance, staff training, and operational safety.
Yes, online training and exams are available and fully accepted in Iowa.
AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification is accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). It’s widely accepted and recognized across the United States.
They monitor food safety operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with the Iowa food code.
It helps prevent foodborne illness, ensures compliance, and boosts career opportunities.
You’ll need to complete an approved course in nutrition and foodservice management and 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.
Yes. Recertification is required every 5 years and must be done by passing the certification examination again.
The Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals (DIA) oversees food manager certification. For questions or compliance assistance, you can contact them at:
Address:
Lucas State Office Building
321 East 12th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50319
Food Handler Reviews
4.9
This Food Handler Card course was very clear and straight to the point. The lessons cover everything you need to know about food safety, handwashing, temperature control, and preventing contamination. The videos and a little practice test prepared me for the test, and I passed without any trouble. I highly recommend this course for anyone who needs their food handler card. quick, informative, and user-friendly.
El curso fue muy informativo y fácil de entender. Me gusto mucho y aprendi algo nuevo.
This was much easier than the other one I have tried. I will be doing your program again. Thank you so much !
This always a much easier way than the last one I tried. Thank you so much! I will do this again!
easy to follow
easy to follow instuctions
Always easy I enjoyed
I felt it was long but very informative.
This course was fast and easy to understand and follow.
Good info, but too much user interaction to proceed on modules, instead of just sharing info with audio and visual cues. It makes the course feel a little bit longer than what servsafe have.
Great material and valuble lessons
It was really greatt! I hope to receive my certificate or card soon!!! My email is Nayeliiiramirez0@gmail.com
602-376-3753
Videos were quick and very understandable
Quick and easy
it’s a good course
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
Excellent course with thorough explanations. Breaking up the topics with questions helped it feel more interactive.
This is rich material
The training flowed and was easy to follow. Wish there was a 2x speed option for people who have been food safe certified before, but it’s been a while so that we can review more quickly.
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Hello, I did the food manager’s course and honestly it was super easy to understand and get through, hassle free.
I appreciate the extra knowledge I have gained from taking this course. I would recommend it to anyone in the food service industry.
Had a couple of strange spelling errors. Pretty average as far as online training.
To train my employees the do’s from the don’t so my business can be the top
I went through all the details and reviewed all the courses, and I’m really to do the practice of what I have learned.
Liked the course- annoyed that there was a three second pause before I could move onto the next section
Very good information glad I have the opportunity to take this class.
It is a great coarse very detailed with realistic scenarios and video.
Thanks to your course, my knowledge has expanded.
muy bueno y claro gracias.
I like it it’s an easy and most detailed information
A food manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of a food establishment. To stay aware of what is happening, they must be actively engaged, observant, and organized. One of the most effective strategies is simply being present. Walking the floor, observing food preparation, and monitoring customer service gives the manager a firsthand view of daily operations. This visibility helps identify problems early, such as safety violations, poor hygiene, or inefficiencies in the kitchen.
Alcohol Training Reviews
4.8
Very easy to study and very easy to review and very easy to do the training and the test helps me a lot
You learn how to check ID’s and how to protect yourself by following the law. It also goes in depth of what to watch out for when serving people to prevent alcohol poisoning or drunk driving.
The course with the slideshows was nice, however the speed of the video or slideshow vs the speech was at times difficult to follow
Easy and quick review
The information presented was clear, informative and helpful.
Easy to follow instructions and good examples
Relatively straightforward
Absolutely enjoyed the course of training, very positive and helpful for my journey of becoming an excellent bartender
I really liked the course!
Great stuff. To the point.
The material was easy to read, informative, and allows you to repeat until you are clear on all questions.
Awesome , easy to understand
Lessons are easy to understand and the quizzes after each module are based on common sense so all you have to do is pay attention and there’s no way you can’t pass it’s great it’s awesome course
Food Allergen Reviews
5.0
Great course! Only takes a few hours to complete
I thought it was needed but also not for the cottage license. But I think the information is really good to know regardless.
The training is detailed, easy to grasp and understand too.
I feel like it covered everything about allergen info.
Training was clear, helpful, and efficiently used the time
Informative self corrective training
The course was easy to follow. It also had plenty of interaction through out the exam which made it good to observe the information. The price was really affordable as well. 10/10
boring, but very informative and needed. painlesss couse to take, good job.
it was really informative.
I feel good to finally get my allergen certificate. Thank you.
It was not a boring training with practical situations and interesting questions
na
good
Learned new content about allergens and feel more prepared and cross-trained to inform my colleagues.
User friendly
This course was very informative upon going through and learning cross contamination and preventives for when a allergens come into someone’s food to help save them from a life or death situation. It helped provide correct knowledge of food allergens in a work environment to be aware of.
This was easy.
Harassment Training Review
4.9
learned a lot
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
I have taken many food handler classes, but this was by far the best, most interactive, engaging, and easy one!
The course was very informative
very informative
It was cool
This is the beginning of a new adventure to me! I don’t mind if I have to learn something new because I know not all the people is doing what they have to do to make their dreams come true.
Thank you!
Very informative and easy to follow.
Will do it again in 3 years
I enjoyed the course!
Very detailed, easy to understand and follow.
It was a cheap and fast easy process to understand ways and rules of food handling safely.
Great exam !
It was not a fast process but also not difficult
I’ve previously taken at least 2 other food handlers courses. This one has been the most educational.
I feel very prepared to handle food at my work. I’ve learned a lot about the importance of cleanliness and how to be mindful in the workplace. I’m ready to handle food!
I feel very prepared to handle food at my work. I’ve learned a lot about the importance of cleanliness and how to be mindful in the workplace. I’m ready to handle food!
Very nice graphics and user friendly
Alcohol Training Reviews
4.8
Very easy to study and very easy to review and very easy to do the training and the test helps me a lot
You learn how to check ID’s and how to protect yourself by following the law. It also goes in depth of what to watch out for when serving people to prevent alcohol poisoning or drunk driving.
The course with the slideshows was nice, however the speed of the video or slideshow vs the speech was at times difficult to follow
Easy and quick review
The information presented was clear, informative and helpful.
Easy to follow instructions and good examples
Relatively straightforward
Absolutely enjoyed the course of training, very positive and helpful for my journey of becoming an excellent bartender
I really liked the course!
Great stuff. To the point.
The material was easy to read, informative, and allows you to repeat until you are clear on all questions.
Awesome , easy to understand
Lessons are easy to understand and the quizzes after each module are based on common sense so all you have to do is pay attention and there’s no way you can’t pass it’s great it’s awesome course
Food Allergen Reviews
5.0
Great course! Only takes a few hours to complete
I thought it was needed but also not for the cottage license. But I think the information is really good to know regardless.
The training is detailed, easy to grasp and understand too.
I feel like it covered everything about allergen info.
Training was clear, helpful, and efficiently used the time
Informative self corrective training
The course was easy to follow. It also had plenty of interaction through out the exam which made it good to observe the information. The price was really affordable as well. 10/10
boring, but very informative and needed. painlesss couse to take, good job.
it was really informative.
I feel good to finally get my allergen certificate. Thank you.
It was not a boring training with practical situations and interesting questions
na
good
Learned new content about allergens and feel more prepared and cross-trained to inform my colleagues.
User friendly
This course was very informative upon going through and learning cross contamination and preventives for when a allergens come into someone’s food to help save them from a life or death situation. It helped provide correct knowledge of food allergens in a work environment to be aware of.
This was easy.
Harassment Training Review
4.9
learned a lot