AAA Food Handler

LOUISIANA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9
(8,954 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.

Section Summary:
Flexible packages support individuals and multi-location businesses.

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Louisiana 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.

Louisiana Food Manager Certification – ANAB CFP-Accredited

Louisiana Food Safety Laws and Regulations

Louisiana requires food establishments to comply with state food safety regulations enforced by the Louisiana Department of Health. Each food establishment must employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) to oversee food safety operations and regulatory compliance.

Regulatory Authority

Key Legal Requirements

  • Certification Required: Yes
  • Who Must Be Certified:
    • One employee per establishment must be a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)
  • Certification Acceptance:
    • ANAB CFP-accredited programs accepted
    • AAA Food Handler accepted
  • Training Format: Online
  • Certification Validity: 5 years
  • Recertification: Required (exam; retraining recommended)
  • Local Fees: $25
  • HACCP: Required for special processes
  • Bare Hand Contact: Not allowed with ready-to-eat foods without approved variance
  • Temperature Standards:
    • Hot Holding: 135°F
    • Cold Holding: 41°F
    • Comminuted Meat:
      • 145°F for 3 minutes
      • 150°F for 1 minute
      • 155°F for 15 seconds
      • 158°F for 1 second

Section Summary:
Louisiana law requires one CFPM per establishment and accepts ANAB CFP-accredited certification programs for compliance.

Overview of Louisiana Food Manager Certification

Louisiana Food Manager Certification ensures that food service managers understand food safety laws, prevent foodborne illness, and maintain compliance with state health regulations. Certification must be earned through an ANAB CFP-accredited Food Protection Manager program aligned with Conference for Food Protection (CFP) standards.

AAA Food Handler provides a Louisiana-approved, ANAB CFP-accredited Food Manager Certification accepted by the Louisiana Department of Health.

Section Summary:
Louisiana requires CFPM certification from accredited providers, and AAA Food Handler meets state approval standards.

AAA Food Handler Acceptance in Louisiana

Louisiana accepts:

  • ANAB CFP-accredited Food Manager Certification programs
  • Online based training options
  • Proctored Food Manager exams

AAA Food Handler offers:

  • Fully online Food Manager training
  • ANAB CFP-accredited certification exam
  • Live remote proctoring
  • English and Spanish options
  • Instant digital certificate upon passing

Section Summary:
AAA Food Handler is recognized and accepted statewide in Louisiana.

Who Needs Food Manager Certification in Louisiana?

Food establishments that require certification include:

  • Restaurants and cafés
  • Bars and lounges
  • Catering companies
  • Food trucks and mobile food units
  • Hotels and lodging kitchens
  • Institutional food operations (schools, hospitals, care facilities)

Section Summary:
One CFPM is required per food establishment operating in Louisiana.

How to Become a Certified Food Protection Manager in Louisiana

Step 1 — Complete Food Manager Training

Step 2 — Pass an ANAB CFP-Accredited Exam

 Louisiana accepts only Food Manager exams accredited by ANAB and recognized by CFP.
Step 3 — Receive Your Certificate
Upon passing, your certificate is available immediately and must be kept on-site.
Step 4 — Renew Every 5 Years
 Certification renewal requires re-examination; refresher training is recommended.

Section Summary:
Certification involves training, testing, documentation, and periodic renewal.

Online Exam & Remote Proctoring

Louisiana allows online Food Manager exams when delivered through an ANAB CFP-accredited provider.
AAA Food Handler includes:

  • Live remote proctoring
  • ID verification
  • Secure exam monitoring
  • Immediate certificate access

Section Summary:
Louisiana accepts online Food Manager certification through approved providers.

Exam Details — Louisiana Food Manager Certification

Exam Topics Include

  • Foodborne illness prevention
  • Time and temperature control
  • Cross-contamination prevention
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Allergen awareness
  • HACCP principles
  • Louisiana food safety regulations

Section Summary:
The exam confirms managerial-level food safety knowledge required by Louisiana law.

Certification Validity & Renewal

Section Summary:
Timely renewal ensures continued compliance with Louisiana regulations.

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.
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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.

Section Summary:
Certification protects public health and business continuity.

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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)

Louisiana Food Manager Certification verifies a manager’s knowledge of food safety standards. In Louisiana, it must be obtained through an ANAB accredited program that meets the Conference for Food Protection (CFP) requirements.

Louisiana Food Manager Certification

To become certified, pass a Food Protection Manager Certification exam accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). Training is available with an online course and sample test questions.

Once obtained through an ANAB accredited program, Louisiana Food Manager Certification is valid for up to 5 years and must be renewed afterward.

The most widely accepted is the Food Protection Manager Certification accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). It is valid in all 50 states, including Louisiana.

Yes. The certification helps food managers prevent violations, reduce foodborne risks, and improve operational efficiency and team performance.

The AAA Food Handler food manager exam includes 75 questions with a passing grade of 70%. The number of questions and the passing score can vary depending on the certification program and local jurisdiction requirements.

A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) oversees food safety practices, trains staff, ensures compliance with the Louisiana food code, and protects public health in food establishments.

Yes. AAA Food Handler’s Food Manager Certification is accepted in Louisiana when completed through an ANAB accredited program that meets Conference for Food Protection (CFP) standards.

Louisiana currently incorporates the 2001 edition of the FDA Model Food Code by reference. Certified Food Protection Managers (CFPMs) are responsible for applying these standards in day-to-day operations.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above, and cold foods at 41°F or below. For comminuted meats, required internal cooking temps range from 145°F for 3 minutes to 158°F for 1 second, depending on the method used.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above, and cold foods at 41°F or below. For comminuted meats, required internal cooking temps range from 145°F for 3 minutes to 158°F for 1 second, depending on the method used.

 Yes. One Certified Food Protection Manager is required per establishment.

 Yes. AAA Food Handler is ANAB-accredited and accepted statewide.

 Yes. Online training and remote-proctored exams are accepted.

Re-examination is required; retraining is strongly recommended.

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January 23, 2026

Kyle

It was fun and informative

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Daniel L.

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January 23, 2026

Great! I love the way it broke down meaning and explain things.

St L.

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January 23, 2026

I’ve learned quite a lot and I would recommend, this course to all my colleagues.

Garry M.

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January 23, 2026

Ngurah S.

How to keep food safe

January 23, 2026

The Training was well-structured and easy to understand. It covered essential food safety practice, hygiene, and regulatory requirements.

Gadissa

Thank you

January 23, 2026

Thank you for the course

Ngurah S.

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January 23, 2026

Ngurah S.

good and easy to use

January 23, 2026

all the material and program was good and well developed.

Sagar P.

Gret course!

January 22, 2026

The food handling course was clear, informative, and well organized. The material was easy to follow and practical, making it simple to apply the guidelines in real-life situations. It did a great job explaining food safety standards and best practices without being overwhelming. Overall, a very useful and worthwhile course.

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AMY P.

Conprehensive

January 22, 2026

Great, comprehensive course!

J O.

IT WAS A GOOD TRANING AND HELPED ME UNDERDSTAND

January 22, 2026

I SAY TRY IT AND THE COUSE MAKES YOU FILL AT EASE

MISHAWN L.

I wish I had chose AAA for my first food handler certificate!

January 22, 2026

I have not got my exam done yet, but the content was smooth and did not feel like a burden at all to study. Once I pass the exam and start to work as a manager, will strongly recommend my co workers/staff to use AAA.

JULIANA R.

well designed course

January 22, 2026

easy to use website, well designed, comprehensive course.

Kya

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Jazmin

Extremely long and tedious....

January 22, 2026

The modules are very long winded and when I would try to review or re-watch the modules again, some would glitch and start in the middle when I wanted it to replay the session from the beginning. One of them got stuck when I was trying to review it.

Mel

Engaging!

January 22, 2026

Kept me focused and intrested in learning about the course.

Jason C.