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AAA Food Handler

IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9
(8,352 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.

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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

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PREVENT

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

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AWARENESS

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

ELIMINATE

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

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MINIMIZE

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

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

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WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

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

WHY CHOOSE US

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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)

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

Food Manager Certification Iowa

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 Manager Reviews

4.9

Food Protection Training
8,352 reviews
4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 8,352 reviews)
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Informative and easy

May 30, 2023

Margaret B.

Good

May 30, 2023

Easy and good self pace ability

Alycia G.

Excellent content!

May 30, 2023

Christina T.

Mostly painless

May 29, 2023

Katie K.

Done

May 29, 2023

Jing E.

Very informative

May 29, 2023

Amanda W.

Great pace and structured course! Made easy to understand

May 29, 2023

Michelle J.

Very informative. Was able to work at my own pace when I had free time.

May 29, 2023

Mary D.

informative and concise

May 29, 2023

Ogechukwu O.

Very thorough.

May 28, 2023

Karen B.

Easy to understand with a lot of information.

May 28, 2023

Pamella D.

thorough

May 28, 2023

Nicholus M.

this course was clear and easy to understand

May 28, 2023

Robyn B.

Great class

May 27, 2023

Clear and easy to understand

Kristen M.

Very informative!!!

May 27, 2023

Estefania A.

very helpful and easy to understand

May 27, 2023

Sean M.

fast and easy

May 27, 2023

Robb J.

very helpful and easy to understand !

May 27, 2023

Yena K.

Easy to navigate modules

May 27, 2023

ATCHAYYA P.

Solid course, thanks

May 27, 2023

Dennis P.