IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9

(8,320 reviews)

$99.95

Gold Package

$119.95

Diamond Package

$69.95

Exam Only

$49.95

Training Only

* 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.

100% Online, Accessible 24 hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Start, Stop and Resume Training Course as Needed
Course Duration: 4 Hours Exam Duration: 2 Hours
Courses and Exam Expire 1 Year From Purchase Date
Exam Passing Score 70%

ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Food Manager Certification
Print Your Food Manager Certificate Immediately After Passing Your Exam
Group Registrations: Keep Track of All Employees in One Area
Certification Valid for Up to 5 Years
Health Department Approved in All 50 States
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Iowa Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved

We guarantee approval of the Certified Food Protection Manager Program by the health department.

Please click to view the nationally recognized ANSI accreditation for Food Protection Manager.

OUR CLIENTS

BENEFITS OF TRAINING

PREVENT

Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.

AWARENESS

Improve critical thinking and decision making to prevent or avoid sticky situations.

ELIMINATE

Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.

MINIMIZE

Be able to recognize, mitigate, reduce or eliminate the risk of improper food safety procedures.

PRODUCTIVITY

Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.

WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

Serving safe food will increase productivity will in turn increase workplace satisfaction.

WHY CHOOSE US

Getting Food Manager Certification Is Quick and Hassle-Free

Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Is Food Manager Certification Required in Iowa?

Yes. Iowa law requires that all food establishments have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff.

Food Manager Certification Iowa

How Do I Become a Certified Food Manager in Iowa?

Pass an exam from an ANAB accredited program, such as AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification.

How Long is a Food Safety Certification Valid in Iowa?

Iowa Food Manager Certification is valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiration.

Is Food Protection Manager Certification Accepted in Iowa?

Yes. Iowa recognizes Food Protection Manager Certification from programs accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), making them valid statewide.

What is the Difference Between a Food Handler and a Food Manager in Iowa?

Food handlers are trained for basic food safety. Food managers oversee broader responsibilities, including compliance, staff training, and operational safety.

Can I Take the Iowa Food Manager Certification Online?

Yes, online training and exams are available and fully accepted in Iowa.

What is the Most Recognized Food Manager Certification?

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.

What Does a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Do in Iowa?

They monitor food safety operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with the Iowa food code.

Why is Food Protection Manager Certification Important in Iowa?

It helps prevent foodborne illness, ensures compliance, and boosts career opportunities.

How Do I Become a Certified Dietary Manager in Iowa?

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.

Is Recertification Required in Iowa?

Yes. Recertification is required every 5 years and must be done by passing the certification examination again.

Who Regulates Food Manager Certification in Iowa?

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

This takes too long

August 28, 2025

This was very informative but it takes entirely too long.

Davis S.

CURSO DE MANAGER

CURSO AMIGABLE DE HACER.

CONSTANZA A.

Poor Pacing

August 27, 2025

This course is very long and slow paced; it would benefit from having text entries rather than just voice so that fast readers and learners won’t feel distracted and bored. It’s hard to focus when I can’ go at my own pace. Also, the video should have a rewind button instead of just a repeat button. It’s irritating when I just need a small bit repeated, but I have to repeat the entire module just to hear it again.

Sam M.

Good course

I think this was a good corse and it was informative however not being able to skip around in the videos until you watch the entire thing makes note taking hard. I also think there was a lot of filler that made the course longer than it needed to be.

Kira

No Title

Cameron K.

EmanBasha

The food handlers course was clear,

Easy to follow and practical. It gave me confidence in safe food handling and sanitation.

Kamonwan

AAA Manager

Good

PAMELA G.

none

Stephen E.

Gets the job done

I feel like I got all the information but it was so incredibly boring. You couldn’t spring for an actual voice-over actor to read the script? The automated voice was terrible.

Maren M.

Horrible training

The AI generated voice was like fingernails on a chalkboard

Erica

Very informative helpful course

I think this course was very informative and helped you learn what we can do to be the best food handlers.

Karen S.

Very Easy and User Friendly

I thought the course was very easy to follow and understand.

Cari S.

I enjoyed this.......but

I am a didactic adhd learner and love to do as I learn so the course review tests were awesome.. however I wish there was a way to speed up the videos, so they kept my attention

Marlee S.

Alexis H.

Easy to follow and understand

The program was easy to follow and understand, it also was not very time consuming.

Zach

A good program

August 26, 2025

This is well structured, easy to start, stop, and ultimately finish.

Speaker speaks fast enough to make it efficient

Joel

very good information

I found it easy to understand and the information very useful. I hope many people can benefit from this education.

Max

Dinámico y bien explicado

Le doy 5 estrellas porque en promedio el curso es muy bueno y está bien explicado. Quizás algún puntito a mejorar, es que la terminología está completamente en español. Pienso que ayudaría mucho tener el apoyo en inglés, por ejemplo, en los acrónimos. Pero, quitando eso, es muy visual y dinámico.

Lucas

very understanding

This module was broken down and easy to learn.

Tamia A.

IOWA FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

$99.95

Gold Package

$119.95

Diamond Package

$69.95

Exam Only

$49.95

Training Only

OUR CLIENTS

BENEFITS OF TRAINING

PREVENT

AWARENESS

ELIMINATE

MINIMIZE

PRODUCTIVITY

WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

WHY CHOOSE US

Getting Food Manager Certification Is Quick and Hassle-Free

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

This takes too long

CURSO DE MANAGER

Poor Pacing

Good course

No Title

No Title

The food handlers course was clear,

AAA Manager

none

Gets the job done

Horrible training

Very informative helpful course

Very Easy and User Friendly

I enjoyed this.......but

No Title

Easy to follow and understand

A good program

very good information

Dinámico y bien explicado

very understanding

IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION