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AAA Food Handler

MARYLAND
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9
(8,337 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.

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Maryland 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.

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.

WHY CHOOSE US

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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. Maryland law requires that all food establishments have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff.

Maryland Food Manager Certification

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

Food Protection Training
8,337 reviews
4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 8,337 reviews)
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Clear and Oganized

October 16, 2025

Excellent course, very clear and organized. I love the small quizzes after each module.

Tim M.

Very informative and easy to follow and understand.

October 16, 2025

I found the process to be very informative. It was easy to follow and understand. I learned many new things.

Gurjeet G.

todo

October 16, 2025

experiencia profesional personal humana lo mejor de toda mi carrera gastronomica

wonder

Great Content!

October 16, 2025

Great content. All sections were engaging and very informative. I can see why it’s so important to maintain standards when running a restaurant.

Richard B.

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October 15, 2025

Maria R.

Informative and to the point

October 15, 2025

Whitney

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October 15, 2025

It was really informational.

ESSA

This was great help

October 15, 2025

This very helpful

Erik R.

Great

October 15, 2025

Diego

informative well ariculated

October 15, 2025

the sessions being spread out and easily relaunched is nice.

jacob

i really liked the way everything was clearly explained

October 15, 2025

manmeet K.

Great Course!

October 15, 2025

Put together well

Colt D.

Good Course

October 15, 2025

Helpful Info

Lisa W.

Great class!

October 15, 2025

It was a huge help to prep for the exam!

LeeAnn D.

Food Safety

October 15, 2025

The coarse explained different food borne illnesses, the temperatures at what food are safely stored and cooked at, cleaning and sanitizing, different bacteria and viruses, and how to manage your staff.

Tim B.

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October 15, 2025

ye

Great course

October 15, 2025

I am new to the industry and I liked that the course sections were broken down with appropriate reviews in between.

Meagan F.

Awesome

October 14, 2025

Fun times with AAA. I know feel like an expert ready to conquer food borne illness and unsanitary practices !

Brady K.

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October 14, 2025

chrissy

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October 14, 2025

This is a well-organized and easy-to-follow study guide. It covers all the key topics clearly, making it simple to review and understand important concepts. Perfect for quick study sessions and exam prep.

Zee