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AAA Food Handler

IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9
(8,350 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
8,350 reviews
4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 8,350 reviews)
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Very good program easy to take

May 18, 2023

easy to learn !

Heather T.

10

May 18, 2023

Alma G.

informative course!

May 18, 2023

Kori B.

Great course informative and concise

May 18, 2023

Very good

Lala

Lesley A.

Amazing course!

May 18, 2023

This was so much easier than a class i took years ago. Easy to learn and understand. The review question helped alot. Great job!

Patrice M.

5

May 18, 2023

Andrew P.

Very informative. Great course!

May 18, 2023

Dawn T.

easy!

May 18, 2023

Stephanie T.

Good Course. Well laid out and the information is presented in a clear and concise manner.

May 18, 2023

I like the self pace aspect, the “quizzes” given periodically and the ability to review the material easily after going through it the first time

William R.

This course is very helpful and useful.

May 18, 2023

Farida T.

Great course!

May 17, 2023

MARIO G.

good course

May 17, 2023

I liked self pace..

Donya M.

Easy to follow

May 17, 2023

I like that it was self paced which was fitting for my schedule

Lauren C.

FIt my schedule

May 17, 2023

Jan W.

Very good 👍

May 17, 2023

Seungkwon K.

Excellent course. Very easy to understand

May 17, 2023

I liked the fact that I can go on my own pace.

Blanca C.

Very informative and nice that it was self-paced.

May 17, 2023

Megan D.

This course was easy to understand and very informational. I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to work in the food industry.

May 16, 2023

Great Course! Very easy to understand and easy to grasp on the concepts taught.

Laura G.

informative

May 16, 2023

Jennifer D.

A+

May 16, 2023

Love the self paced design. Easy to understand.

Kayla W.