MAINE FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION
Health Department Approved, ANAB-CFP Accredited Certified Food Manager Exam
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
$99.95
Gold Package
$69.95
Exam Only
$49.95
Training Only
$99.95
Gold Package
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
$69.95
Exam Only
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
$49.95
Training Only
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
* 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
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Food Manager Certification
- Exam Passing Score 70%
- 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
- Watch a 1 minute video on how to manage your group. Click here
Maine 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 ANAB-CFP Accreditation for Food Protection Manager.
Maine Food Manager Certification Online – ANAB-CFP Accredited CFPM Exam
AAA Food Handler is a nationally trusted provider of food safety training and Food Manager Certification programs. Our Food Protection Manager Certification is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and aligned with the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), ensuring nationwide recognition and regulatory compliance.
Food establishments across Maine rely on AAA Food Handler to meet state food safety requirements through flexible online training.
Certified Food Protection Managers (CFPMs) play a critical role in overseeing food safety operations, preventing foodborne illness, and maintaining compliance with Maine food safety laws and the FDA Food Code.
Regulatory Overview & State Requirements
Maine follows the 2009 FDA Model Food Code, enforced by the Maine Division of Environmental Health at the state and local levels, with state-specific amendments.
- At least one employee must be a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) in each food establishment.
- A CFPM must be hired within 60 days of a new establishment opening or when a previous CFPM leaves employment.
- Certification is valid for 5 years in Maine.
- Posting requirement: The CFPM certificate must be displayed in a conspicuous location and made available to inspectors upon request.
- HACCP plans are required for specialized processes such as reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) and acidified rice/sushi.
- Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat foods is not allowed without an approved variance.
- Hot holding: 135°F
- Cold holding: 41°F
- Comminuted meat: 155°F for 15 seconds
Regulatory Contact
Maine Division of Environmental Health
286 Water Street, 3rd Floor
Augusta, Maine 04333
Phone: 207-287-5671
Website: Health Inspection Program | Maine DHHS
For regulatory clarification, contact the department above before enrolling.
Who Needs Certification
- Restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and food trucks
- Hotels, resorts, and catering operations
- Schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and institutional kitchens
- Any food establishment required to employ a CFPM under Maine law
Note: Food Handler Certificates are for entry-level staff and do not replace the Food Protection Manager Certification requirement.
AAA Food Handler Acceptance & Accreditation
- Certification: ANAB-CFP Accredited Food Protection Manager Certification
- Accepted by: Maine Division of Environmental Health and local health departments
- Delivery: 100% online
- Certificate: Electronic and printable versions available immediately after passing
Verify Accreditation:
How to Become a Certified Food Protection Manager
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- 10 online modules on the selected package
- 160 practice questions included with the Diamond Package
3. Pass the ANAB–CFP Accredited Exam:
- Multiple-choice
- 2-hour duration
- 70% passing score
How to Become a Certified Food Protection Manager
- Choose Your Package With AAA Food Handler: Gold, Diamond, Exam Only, or Training Only
- Complete Training (Optional for Exam Only):
- 10 online modules on the selected package
- 160 practice questions included with the Diamond Package
- Pass the ANAB-CFP Accredited Exam:
- Multiple-choice
- 2-hour duration
- 70% passing score
- Download Your Certificate: Instantly available
- Renew Every 5 Years: Retake the exam to remain compliant
OUR CLIENTS
BENEFITS OF TRAINING
PREVENT ILLNESS
Reduce the risk of foodborne illness in your establishment.
STAFF HYGIENE
Strengthen team hygiene and operational controls.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Maintain adherence to Maine food safety laws.
AUDIT-READY
Keep documentation organized and inspection-ready.
FEWER VIOLATIONS
Minimize inspection issues through proper practices.
CUSTOMER TRUST
Build confidence and professional credibility with patrons.
WHY CHOOSE US
- Satisfaction Guarantee
- Online Interactive Course
- Meets and Exceeds State Guidelines
- Price Match Guarantee
- Owners and Managers: Manage, Track and Record Employee Progress
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. 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 ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP).
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.
A CFPM oversees food safety operations, ensures compliance with regulations, and leads safe food handling practices.
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.
Address: 286 Water Street, 3rd Floor, Augusta, Maine 04333
A CFPM oversees food safety operations, ensures compliance with regulations, and leads safe food handling practices.
ANAB–CFP Accreditation ensures the certification meets national standards and is accepted across all U.S. states, including Maine.
Yes. ANAB–CFP Accredited Food Protection Manager Certification is accepted statewide.
Foodborne illness prevention, time and temperature control, hygiene, cross-contamination, cleaning and sanitizing, inspections, and food safety leadership.
Yes. The exam is fully online and remotely proctored in English or Spanish.
The Diamond Package includes one free retest if all training and practice questions are completed.
Five years in Maine, after which renewal is required by retaking the exam.
Yes. It supports compliance with CFR § 483.60 and aligns with Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) requirements.
The Maine Division of Environmental Health.
Yes. AAA Food Handler is accepted in Maine for Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) requirements and is recognized by the Maine Division of Environmental Health.
Helpful Certifications & Guidance
Depending on job role and local policy, Maine food establishments may also require additional compliance training, such as Food Handler Certificates or Food Allergy Awareness.
Have more questions? Contact us: (714) 592-4100
