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AAA Food Handler

IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9
(8,331 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
8,331 reviews
4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 8,331 reviews)
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June 27, 2025

Laura

Good

June 27, 2025

Long but easy

Laura

Very simple to learn, and interactive platform.

June 27, 2025

The training was excellent; it provided thorough explanations that effectively prepare you for the certification exam. Although I haven’t taken the exam yet, I hope to pass with flying colors. Great job to the team that developed this platform!

Fred D.

Very helpful for added knowledge

June 27, 2025

Very c!ear and understandable. Will help a lot in understanding for food business.

Ramon J.

YOU CANT BEAT IT!

June 27, 2025

FROM THE PRICE TO THE ACTUAL TRAINING.. YOU LITERALLY CAN NOW BEAT GOING WITH THIS COMPANY!

VISHA R.

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June 27, 2025

Thank you

Rachel

Well Prepared Presentation

June 27, 2025

Well illustrated information and an easy to follow course.

Pete

The whole training module were excellent

June 27, 2025

Honestly, this is very helpful and very understanding.

Tash M.

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June 27, 2025

Charleen O.

very good course

June 27, 2025

I found this a thorough and informative course. The pace was comfortable and subject matter presented in an easy to follow manner.

Marylia F.

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June 26, 2025

leo K.

great course

June 26, 2025

This is a great course to help you prepare for the exam.

Alicia S.

Informative and Extensive training

June 26, 2025

Very easy to navigate training coarse. Extensive training that you can pause or redo at any point! I didn’t have internet for computer, but very easy to do with phone. Can go back to modules you need extra training and note taking. You can stop and go back many times when performing different tasks, we all have busy lives.

Corrine F.

Great and Easy

June 26, 2025

Kristian

Informative course

June 26, 2025

Lucida D.

being forced to review to move to sample test I paid for.

June 26, 2025

Dont like being forced to review. It should be optional.

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simple strght to point

June 26, 2025

was very understanding

jumar

FUNKY BOBA FOOD HANDLING TRAINING

June 26, 2025

VERY CLEAR & EASY TO UNDERSTAND TRAINING

TANG W.

Very clear and concise!

June 26, 2025

I have taken lots of training in this area and this is the best one yet!

Julia T.

Effective training

June 26, 2025

Clear and concise training.

Asher