* 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.
Maryland 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. Maryland law requires that all food establishments have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff.
Pass an exam from an ANAB accredited program, such as AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification.
The ANAB is a non-governmental organization that offers accreditation services to both public and private sector organizations. This ensures that certification programs meet high standards of quality and reliability.
No, certification requirements vary by county. While certain counties like Baltimore City, Montgomery, Howard, and Prince George’s require a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM), other counties may not have this requirement. It’s important to check local regulations to determine if certification is necessary in your area.
Maryland Food Manager Certification is valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiration.
Yes. Maryland recognizes Food Protection Manager Certification from programs accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), making them valid statewide.
Food handlers are trained for basic food safety. Food managers oversee broader responsibilities, including compliance, staff training, and operational safety.
Yes, online training and exams are available and fully accepted in Maryland.
AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification is accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). It’s nationally accepted and recognized across the United States.
They monitor food safety operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with the Maryland food code.
It helps prevent foodborne illness, ensures compliance, and boosts career opportunities.
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.
You can reach the Maryland Department of Health Office of Food Protection at:
Address:
6 St. Paul Street, Suite 1301
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
I thought the course was very thorough and I appreciated the repetition of the most important concepts throughout the entirety as it helped me better memorize those concepts.
very easy to assimilate
Never being in this trade before, I appreciated how well everything was explained and laid out. The added questions after each section was helpful too.
Summarized the key points of imprortant steps of becoming a food handling manager.
I found this course full of extensive and important information , easy to follow.
The course was easy to follow and learn. I enjoyed the review questions, ensuring I understood what I was learning.
I got all the info in a fraction of the time
Good course, well laid-out. It would be really nice to have an option to print the slides as a PDF for reference material to study with, or an equivalent accompanying material. I have worked in food service for many years and am aware of the information in the course, but it is always nice to have something to review or use as tools for training employees. Some of the controls for the modules might need a little bit of attention–they are fully functional as is, but it might be nice to be able to rewind the videos before having watched the whole thing for people like me who tend to take extensive notes, regardless of how previous knowledge.
I learned a lot from this and it was good review as well. I feel ready to open our food truck business confidently and know how to read and pass an inspection for the DOA.
very informative
This course was very informative a lot of stuff I knew from the food handlers, but a lot of information gained that I didn’t know so it was very helpful so excited cannot wait to take the exam now.
Good explanations and great directions.
This course was very knowledgeable. Prepare time it’s pretty long.
This course was very useful for me. each and everyone should learn the food safety system.
Good and detailed
I love this course because it is easy to navigate, uses colorful images, easy to understand, and it has quizzes after each lesson. The quizzes makes it a better learning experience. I would recommend this course.