IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9

(8,337 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

the whole course

June 13, 2025

the course was very easy to understand and very detailed and provided a lot of information to become a food manager

Heather L.

Educational and informative

I felt that this course covered everything I needed.

Morgan

Informative

Training was pretty thorough. Kind of annoying at times having to keep hitting next module but I guess it’s good to keep it interactive. Aside from that it was a pretty good training program.

Sandy

Easy to follow

June 12, 2025

The coarse was was very easy to follow and informative. Will help me become an asset to any food facility.

Larry M.

A concise and informative alternative to many other courses

I have completed multiple versions of a Food Manager certification course, and this one was the quickest and most efficient one so far. I was relieved to see no annoying, useless characters or cheesy videos to demonstrate common sense ideas, or deal with clunky, unedited language or bad UI that often results in unnecessary missed questions on quizzes or tests. This course was straight forward, easy to listen to, provided accurate captions, moved at a decent pace, and included relevant, real-world information about food safety and its application at work. My only complaint is that occasionally, the videos would not load until clicking the screen multiple times to “jog” it to load. I also wish I could review each lesson as a whole, without restarting a module, once it was initially completed– some sections had to be completely restarted because of how the section was formatted (for instance, if it had a pop quiz in the middle of the module). The section reviews stayed on topic and were relevant to the course material, and the course as a whole followed a logical pattern that built on each previous concept and didn’t jump around between topics too much. All in all, a great course to get the job done and walk away feeling informed. Thank you!

James

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Hanh N.

Very simple and understandable

Highly recommended!!

Carmeling D.

Beneficial Information

I learned a lot. Very detailed information given.

Seyed M.

Great course

Carlos J.

Well written and organized

This was a well written course. It flowed well.

Jonathan B.

Great site

Ramanjit S.

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brianna V.

What a great informative course

The course is very thorough and informative. I can go with my own pace with helps me to understand the informations better. Highly recommended

Huyen N.

Favia

Easy and Informative

Watch each section and answer a few questions and then there is your final test. You will definitely learn a lot.

Stephanie W.

length

June 11, 2025

it felt a bit long but very thorough.

Suzanne J.

Easy to Follow

The online food handling course was clear, informative, and easy to follow. It covered all the essential topics with practical examples, making it easy to understand even for beginners. I appreciated the flexibility to complete it at my own pace. Highly recommended for anyone needing certification or a refresher!

Teresa H.

Job requirement

Very detailed for my needs at this time. Information is good

Linda L.

Good training

This training was done well. It was easy to follow and understand.

Jean B.

Simple & Clear teaching

AAA FoodHandler provides a simple and clear training.

Anne

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)

the whole course

Educational and informative

Informative

Easy to follow

A concise and informative alternative to many other courses

No Title

Very simple and understandable

Beneficial Information

Great course

Well written and organized

Great site

n/a

What a great informative course

No Title

Easy and Informative

length

Easy to Follow

Job requirement

Good training

Simple & Clear teaching

IOWA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION