* 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.
California Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved
AAA Food Handler offers nationally accredited food manager certification through the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), crafted to meet Kern County Public Health Services Department requirements and California Department of Public Health rules. As part of the kern food manager certification process, professionals can earn their credential with flexible online access. Training is provided in English and Spanish, accommodating Kern County’s diverse workforce.



















Our ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program is mapped directly to Kern County and California health codes. Learners can log in anytime, continue where they left off, and balance certification alongside day-to-day operations.
Acquire practical systems that stop hazards at the source and protect consumer health.
Enhance situational readiness, ensuring quick and effective responses during inspections or emergencies.
Phase out dangerous habits through structured training that reinforces safer practices.
Spot small problems before they escalate into violations or operational breakdowns.
Food-safety-focused managers encourage operational consistency and smoother collaboration across shifts.
A well-protected environment improves employee pride, retention, and long-term workplace stability.
From Bakersfield restaurants to catering operations in Ridgecrest and cafés in Delano, AAA Food Handler ensures recognition of your Food Safety Certification at both county and state levels. The program is engineered to simplify compliance and eliminate unnecessary delays.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Know Before You Train
A Kern County Food Manager Certification is an official certification that verifies a professional has successfully completed an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program and passed a recognized food safety exam. It ensures the manager can enforce safe food practices per Kern County Environmental Health regulations.
Any establishment in Kern County that prepares, serves, or handles non-prepackaged food, including restaurants, cafés, school kitchens, and food trucks, must designate at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on-site.
AAA Food Handler provides online, on-demand training aligned with Kern County and California Health Code requirements. After completing the interactive course, managers take an ANAB-CFP-accredited exam through online proctoring to earn their CFPM certification.
Per Kern County Environmental Health Division and California Health & Safety Code §113947, at least one certified manager must be assigned to oversee the handling of potentially hazardous foods. Temporary food service providers are not required to hold certification.
Certified managers actively prevent contamination, maintain operational efficiency, and strengthen credibility with inspectors and customers. Studies show that skilled food managers dramatically reduce outbreaks caused by Salmonella, Norovirus, and other pathogens.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
maria is great
this training was very informative. short and to the point content. not BORING. I would recomend this training to all new and upcoming businesses