* 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.
Maine Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved
We guarantee approval of the Certified Food Protection Manager Program by the health department.
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Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.
Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.
Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Yes. Maine Food Manager Certification helps reduce waste, improve sustainability, and ensure high food safety standards in any kitchen or facility.

The most recognized is the Food Protection Manager Certification, accredited by the ANABÂ and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).Â
AAA Food Handler offers this nationally accepted certification option for Maine.
A Certified Food Protection Manager is someone who has passed a nationally accredited ANAB-CFP exam covering critical food safety topics like foodborne illness prevention, hygiene, food prep procedures, and cleaning/sanitizing protocols.
No. Food Handler Certificates are for entry-level food workers. The Food Protection Manager Certification is required for those overseeing food safety operations.
Yes. A Food Protection Manager Certification obtained through an ANAB accredited program is accepted nationwide and statewide, including in Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, and Augusta.
Yes. All eating establishments must display the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate in a conspicuous location. It must also be made available to the Maine Department of Health upon request.
Maine currently incorporates the 2009 FDA Model Food Code, guiding safe food handling, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
Food safety in Maine is regulated by the Maine Division of Environmental Health.
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Food Manager Reviews
4.9
this will help you pass
very clear and easy to follow
It was very knowledgeable and helpful to know what i need to do to run. safe and healthy school
It was very straight forward and broken up into logical chunks.
Loved it!
Very helpful and informative.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW WHAT STEPS ARE BEING TAKEN TO KEEP ALL OF USE SAFE AS WE DINE OUT
Very informative course!
helpful and kwoledgable
Very in-depth training. I only wish it would allow you to pause and go back on the video without having to restart it all over again when you may miss something.
This course was easy to follow
I think that when you accidentally hit next module it takes you all the way back can be fixed.
Great online experience. The quiz after each module was so helpful for me. This kept me alert to pay attention to what will come on the test.
thank you for providing vivid and interesting images materials and numerous illustrative examples for us to learn from