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AAA Food Handler

MINNESOTA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9
(8,249 reviews)

$59.95

MN Renewal
CFPM

$119.95

Initial MN CFPM DIAMOND PACKAGE

$99.95

Initial MN CFPM Gold Package

$49.95

For Training Purposes Only

* You must apply for renewal of your Minnesota CFPM no later than six months after the expiration date on your state certificate.

* 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.

Minnesota CFPM Applications (Ready for Download)

ANAB
ANAB

Minnesota 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

PREVENT

Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.

AWARENESS

Improve critical thinking and decision making to prevent or avoid sticky situations.

ELIMINATE

Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.

MINIMIZE

Be able to recognize, mitigate, reduce or eliminate the risk of improper food safety procedures.

PRODUCTIVITY

Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.

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

Pass Minnesota Food Manager Training and Exam  from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), such as AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification.

Minnesota Initial Food Manager Certification is valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiration. The Minnesota Renewal Certification is valid for 3 years thereafter.

Yes. Minnesota recognizes Food Protection Manager Certification programs accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) 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, Minnesota allows you to complete the Food Manager Certification online through approved courses and an accredited final exam.

AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification is accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). It’s widely accepted and recognized across the United States.

For Minnesota CFPM renewal, you can complete a state-approved food manager renewal course—such as the one offered by AAA Food Handler—within six months of your certification’s expiration date.

You must apply for renewal no later than six months after the expiration date listed on your Minnesota Food Manager certificate. The renewal process does not require an exam—you simply need to complete the approved course to stay compliant.

They monitor food safety operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with the Minnesota food code.

Food Protection Manager Certification helps prevent foodborne illness, ensures compliance, and boosts career opportunities.

The ANAB operates under the American National Standards Institute and works in partnership with the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). Together, they help ensure that food safety training programs meet consistent national standards recognized by state health departments, including those in Minnesota.

Minnesota requires food establishments to follow the state Food Code, which includes having a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. These rules focus on safe food handling, employee hygiene, and training standards. Completing a program that meets ANAB and Conference for Food Protection (CFP) guidelines helps ensure full compliance.

Minnesota Food Code requires most food establishments to have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). Exempt establishments include special event food stands, food vehicles, portable structures, carts, and that that meet the legal definition of a low-risk food establishment. 

Anyone who is becoming a CFPM for the first time has to attend an approved food safety manager course like the one offered by AAA Food Handler.

Once you’ve passed the exam, you need to mail an application and fee to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).  

The MDH advises that local jurisdictions may have additional requirements. We always recommend checking with your local health department to make sure you’re meeting your obligations. 

Food safety in Minnesota is overseen by the Minnesota Department of Health, Environmental Health Division. For questions about the state food code, compliance requirements, or Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) regulations, contact:

625 Robert Street North, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155

Food Handler Reviews

4.9

Food Protection Training
26,796 reviews
4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 26,796 reviews)
Excellent92%
Very good6%
Average2%
Poor0%
Terrible0%

Easy Pass

October 24, 2025

This Food Handler Card course was very clear and straight to the point. The lessons cover everything you need to know about food safety, handwashing, temperature control, and preventing contamination. The videos and a little practice test prepared me for the test, and I passed without any trouble. I highly recommend this course for anyone who needs their food handler card. quick, informative, and user-friendly.

Natalie

Buen curso

October 24, 2025

El curso fue muy informativo y fácil de entender. Me gusto mucho y aprendi algo nuevo.

Aracely H.

No Title

October 24, 2025

Mehran A.

Home cook

October 24, 2025

This was much easier than the other one I have tried. I will be doing your program again. Thank you so much !

Tammy M.

Home Person

October 24, 2025

This always a much easier way than the last one I tried. Thank you so much! I will do this again!

Tammy M.

foodhandlers

October 24, 2025

easy to follow

aaron K.

food handlers training

October 24, 2025

easy to follow instuctions

aaron K.

Easy

October 24, 2025

Always easy I enjoyed

Tammy M.

No Title

October 24, 2025

Tammy M.

No Title

October 24, 2025

Ireatha T.

Food Handlers Test

October 24, 2025

I felt it was long but very informative.

Marilyn

Easy to follow and understand

October 24, 2025

This course was fast and easy to understand and follow.

Shellie

good, but too much user interaction

October 24, 2025

Good info, but too much user interaction to proceed on modules, instead of just sharing info with audio and visual cues. It makes the course feel a little bit longer than what servsafe have.

billy

No Title

October 24, 2025

Richard

Wonderful Course

October 24, 2025

Great material and valuble lessons

Shelia J.

Thank you so much!

October 24, 2025

It was really greatt! I hope to receive my certificate or card soon!!! My email is Nayeliiiramirez0@gmail.com

602-376-3753

Nayeli R.

Quick and Easy

October 24, 2025

Kyle H.

Very easy to understand

October 24, 2025

Videos were quick and very understandable

Janiah M.

Training

October 24, 2025

Quick and easy

D T.

Nice

October 24, 2025

it’s a good course

Zara

Food Manager Reviews

4.9

Food Protection Training
8,249 reviews
4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 8,249 reviews)
Excellent93%
Very good5%
Average1%
Poor0%
Terrible1%

CFPM Course

October 24, 2025

Excellent course with thorough explanations. Breaking up the topics with questions helped it feel more interactive.

Yusuf S.

Course

October 24, 2025

This is rich material

Abdelkarim B.

No Title

October 24, 2025

Jude

Very easy to understand

October 24, 2025

The training flowed and was easy to follow. Wish there was a 2x speed option for people who have been food safe certified before, but it’s been a while so that we can review more quickly.

Kristen

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October 24, 2025

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Jamie

Easy to manage

October 24, 2025

Hello, I did the food manager’s course and honestly it was super easy to understand and get through, hassle free.

Claudia B.

No Title

October 23, 2025

christopher

Food Handler Training

October 23, 2025

I appreciate the extra knowledge I have gained from taking this course. I would recommend it to anyone in the food service industry.

Lorie J.

Well enough.

October 23, 2025

Had a couple of strange spelling errors. Pretty average as far as online training.

Adrein V.

No Title

October 23, 2025

Billie

How to run a business healthy and good by training my employees the right way.

October 23, 2025

To train my employees the do’s from the don’t so my business can be the top

Tashana G.

Food Manager

October 23, 2025

I went through all the details and reviewed all the courses, and I’m really to do the practice of what I have learned.

Wilner P.

Pretty good

October 23, 2025

Liked the course- annoyed that there was a three second pause before I could move onto the next section

Kelsey

Food manager courses

October 22, 2025

Very good information glad I have the opportunity to take this class.

Cassandra J.

Texas Food Manager Training and Exam Coarse

October 22, 2025

It is a great coarse very detailed with realistic scenarios and video.

Laura G.

No Title

October 22, 2025

Luis G.

Food protection manager

October 22, 2025

Thanks to your course, my knowledge has expanded.

Hanna T.

MUY informativo

October 22, 2025

muy bueno y claro gracias.

ramses G.

Good review and help

October 21, 2025

I like it it’s an easy and most detailed information

Diana

Food Manager

October 21, 2025

A food manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of a food establishment. To stay aware of what is happening, they must be actively engaged, observant, and organized. One of the most effective strategies is simply being present. Walking the floor, observing food preparation, and monitoring customer service gives the manager a firsthand view of daily operations. This visibility helps identify problems early, such as safety violations, poor hygiene, or inefficiencies in the kitchen.

Maria G.

Alcohol Training Reviews

4.8

Food Protection Training
1,672 reviews
4.8
4.8 out of 5 stars (based on 1,672 reviews)
Excellent89%
Very good6%
Average3%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

Training

October 24, 2025

Very easy to study and very easy to review and very easy to do the training and the test helps me a lot

Nithin

Great content

October 24, 2025

You learn how to check ID’s and how to protect yourself by following the law. It also goes in depth of what to watch out for when serving people to prevent alcohol poisoning or drunk driving.

Connor

No Title

October 24, 2025

Nithin

At times easy to understand, semi difficult to complete

October 23, 2025

The course with the slideshows was nice, however the speed of the video or slideshow vs the speech was at times difficult to follow

Richard A.

No Title

October 23, 2025

Teeta R.

Good instructions but tests are not in order

October 22, 2025

Easy and quick review

Arun K.

Interesting and concise

October 22, 2025

The information presented was clear, informative and helpful.

Angela

Easy to follow instructions

October 22, 2025

Easy to follow instructions and good examples

William G.

No Title

October 21, 2025

Marisol

RBS training review

October 20, 2025

Relatively straightforward

Karen B.

No Title

October 19, 2025

Michael H.

Most Informative

October 18, 2025

Absolutely enjoyed the course of training, very positive and helpful for my journey of becoming an excellent bartender

Kenya L.

No Title

October 18, 2025

Erik

Great course!

October 18, 2025

I really liked the course!

Holly S.

No Title

October 17, 2025

William P.

Rbs

October 17, 2025

Great stuff. To the point.

Angela L.

Very Informative and easy to understand

October 17, 2025

The material was easy to read, informative, and allows you to repeat until you are clear on all questions.

Deborah B.

Easy breezy

October 17, 2025

Awesome , easy to understand

Lee

Awesome

October 17, 2025

Lessons are easy to understand and the quizzes after each module are based on common sense so all you have to do is pay attention and there’s no way you can’t pass it’s great it’s awesome course

Dorcas

Informative

October 17, 2025

Eugene B.

Food Allergen Reviews

5.0

Food Protection Training
95 reviews
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars (based on 95 reviews)
Excellent97%
Very good3%
Average0%
Poor0%
Terrible0%

Easy and Informative

October 22, 2025

Great course! Only takes a few hours to complete

Cortney Y.

Good

October 22, 2025

I thought it was needed but also not for the cottage license. But I think the information is really good to know regardless.

Courtney

5 stars

October 20, 2025

Justin

Excellent Training Material & Delivery

October 15, 2025

The training is detailed, easy to grasp and understand too.

Lucy H.

Loved this course!

October 10, 2025

I feel like it covered everything about allergen info.

Naisy A.

Helpful

October 3, 2025

Training was clear, helpful, and efficiently used the time

Hannah

No Title

October 1, 2025

Ahmad

Fun

September 28, 2025

Informative self corrective training

ALOT O.

Easy to follow

September 27, 2025

The course was easy to follow. It also had plenty of interaction through out the exam which made it good to observe the information. The price was really affordable as well. 10/10

Dominga B.

Food Alergens

September 26, 2025

boring, but very informative and needed. painlesss couse to take, good job.

Richard W.

No Title

September 23, 2025

it was really informative.

erick

Thank you

September 20, 2025

I feel good to finally get my allergen certificate. Thank you.

Johnny H.

Love it

September 19, 2025

It was not a boring training with practical situations and interesting questions

Nina

na

September 16, 2025

na

rita

good

September 14, 2025

good

karina

Thorough and Complete

September 13, 2025

Learned new content about allergens and feel more prepared and cross-trained to inform my colleagues.

Briana

No Title

September 10, 2025

jonathan W.

Learning new stuff

September 9, 2025

User friendly

Duane H.

Allergen training course

September 8, 2025

This course was very informative upon going through and learning cross contamination and preventives for when a allergens come into someone’s food to help save them from a life or death situation. It helped provide correct knowledge of food allergens in a work environment to be aware of.

Erik T.

Easy

September 7, 2025

This was easy.

Thomas J.

Harassment Training Review

4.9

Food Protection Training
2 reviews
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars (based on 2 reviews)
Excellent100%
Very good0%
Average0%
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enjoyed and fast

March 27, 2025

Joyce H.

Good and thorough

March 27, 2025

learned a lot

Marilyn P.

Food Manager Reviews

4.9

Food Protection Training
8,249 reviews
4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 8,249 reviews)
Excellent93%
Very good5%
Average1%
Poor0%
Terrible1%

First experience it was ok. Got stuck sometimes but tolerable. Weird have to review before exam.

November 8, 2025

Dunno if i will pass first so can’t really give it a complete review.

Polly

Good teaching

November 8, 2025

Good way of explaining everything in the videos.

Emiliano

Easy and Interactive

November 8, 2025

I have taken many food handler classes, but this was by far the best, most interactive, engaging, and easy one!

A

Food Handlers

November 8, 2025

The course was very informative

Gwen

60% of Americans don't wash their hands

November 8, 2025

very informative

snyder

No Title

November 8, 2025

Kenneth

No Title

November 8, 2025

It was cool

steph

Thank you!

November 8, 2025

This is the beginning of a new adventure to me! I don’t mind if I have to learn something new because I know not all the people is doing what they have to do to make their dreams come true.

Thank you!

David S.

Educational

November 8, 2025

Very informative and easy to follow.

Kevin

No Title

November 8, 2025

Andrew

Long but manageable

November 8, 2025

Will do it again in 3 years

Varonique

No Title

November 8, 2025

Dasia D.

Great course!

November 8, 2025

I enjoyed the course!

John B.

No Title

November 8, 2025

Miriam

AAA Food Handler Course

November 8, 2025

Very detailed, easy to understand and follow.

Joyce

ca food handler

November 8, 2025

It was a cheap and fast easy process to understand ways and rules of food handling safely.

Tammy

Great

November 8, 2025

Great exam !

Precious E.

Great

November 8, 2025

It was not a fast process but also not difficult

Amanda

Best Food Handlers Course I've taken

November 8, 2025

I’ve previously taken at least 2 other food handlers courses. This one has been the most educational.

Katie R.

Ready to handle

November 8, 2025

I feel very prepared to handle food at my work. I’ve learned a lot about the importance of cleanliness and how to be mindful in the workplace. I’m ready to handle food!

Lolin A.

Alcohol Training Reviews

4.8

Food Protection Training
1,672 reviews
4.8
4.8 out of 5 stars (based on 1,672 reviews)
Excellent89%
Very good6%
Average3%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

Training

October 24, 2025

Very easy to study and very easy to review and very easy to do the training and the test helps me a lot

Nithin

Great content

October 24, 2025

You learn how to check ID’s and how to protect yourself by following the law. It also goes in depth of what to watch out for when serving people to prevent alcohol poisoning or drunk driving.

Connor

No Title

October 24, 2025

Nithin

At times easy to understand, semi difficult to complete

October 23, 2025

The course with the slideshows was nice, however the speed of the video or slideshow vs the speech was at times difficult to follow

Richard A.

No Title

October 23, 2025

Teeta R.

Good instructions but tests are not in order

October 22, 2025

Easy and quick review

Arun K.

Interesting and concise

October 22, 2025

The information presented was clear, informative and helpful.

Angela

Easy to follow instructions

October 22, 2025

Easy to follow instructions and good examples

William G.

No Title

October 21, 2025

Marisol

RBS training review

October 20, 2025

Relatively straightforward

Karen B.

No Title

October 19, 2025

Michael H.

Most Informative

October 18, 2025

Absolutely enjoyed the course of training, very positive and helpful for my journey of becoming an excellent bartender

Kenya L.

No Title

October 18, 2025

Erik

Great course!

October 18, 2025

I really liked the course!

Holly S.

No Title

October 17, 2025

William P.

Rbs

October 17, 2025

Great stuff. To the point.

Angela L.

Very Informative and easy to understand

October 17, 2025

The material was easy to read, informative, and allows you to repeat until you are clear on all questions.

Deborah B.

Easy breezy

October 17, 2025

Awesome , easy to understand

Lee

Awesome

October 17, 2025

Lessons are easy to understand and the quizzes after each module are based on common sense so all you have to do is pay attention and there’s no way you can’t pass it’s great it’s awesome course

Dorcas

Informative

October 17, 2025

Eugene B.

Food Allergen Reviews

5.0

Food Protection Training
95 reviews
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars (based on 95 reviews)
Excellent97%
Very good3%
Average0%
Poor0%
Terrible0%

Easy and Informative

October 22, 2025

Great course! Only takes a few hours to complete

Cortney Y.

Good

October 22, 2025

I thought it was needed but also not for the cottage license. But I think the information is really good to know regardless.

Courtney

5 stars

October 20, 2025

Justin

Excellent Training Material & Delivery

October 15, 2025

The training is detailed, easy to grasp and understand too.

Lucy H.

Loved this course!

October 10, 2025

I feel like it covered everything about allergen info.

Naisy A.

Helpful

October 3, 2025

Training was clear, helpful, and efficiently used the time

Hannah

No Title

October 1, 2025

Ahmad

Fun

September 28, 2025

Informative self corrective training

ALOT O.

Easy to follow

September 27, 2025

The course was easy to follow. It also had plenty of interaction through out the exam which made it good to observe the information. The price was really affordable as well. 10/10

Dominga B.

Food Alergens

September 26, 2025

boring, but very informative and needed. painlesss couse to take, good job.

Richard W.

No Title

September 23, 2025

it was really informative.

erick

Thank you

September 20, 2025

I feel good to finally get my allergen certificate. Thank you.

Johnny H.

Love it

September 19, 2025

It was not a boring training with practical situations and interesting questions

Nina

na

September 16, 2025

na

rita

good

September 14, 2025

good

karina

Thorough and Complete

September 13, 2025

Learned new content about allergens and feel more prepared and cross-trained to inform my colleagues.

Briana

No Title

September 10, 2025

jonathan W.

Learning new stuff

September 9, 2025

User friendly

Duane H.

Allergen training course

September 8, 2025

This course was very informative upon going through and learning cross contamination and preventives for when a allergens come into someone’s food to help save them from a life or death situation. It helped provide correct knowledge of food allergens in a work environment to be aware of.

Erik T.

Easy

September 7, 2025

This was easy.

Thomas J.

Harassment Training Review

4.9

Food Protection Training
2 reviews
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars (based on 2 reviews)
Excellent100%
Very good0%
Average0%
Poor0%
Terrible0%

enjoyed and fast

March 27, 2025

Joyce H.

Good and thorough

March 27, 2025

learned a lot

Marilyn P.