AAA Food Handler

New Hampshire
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9
(9,197 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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Massachusetts Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved

We guarantee approval of the Certified Food Protection Manager Program by the health department.

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New Hampshire Food Manager Certification | ANAB-CFP Accredited CFPM Exam Online

AAA Food Handler provides nationally trusted food safety training and certification.

  • Program: ANAB-CFP Accredited Food Manager Certification
  • Accreditation: ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) & Conference for Food Protection (CFP)
  • Requirement: Required for individuals overseeing food safety in New Hampshire food establishments
  • Regulatory Basis: 2022 FDA Model Food Code adopted in NH
  • PIC Requirement: Knowledgeable Person in Charge (PIC) must be on-site during all hours of operation

Who Needs This Certification

Target Audience:

  • Food service managers
  • Supervisors
  • Chefs/Head cooks
  • Lead kitchen staff

Staff responsible for:

  • Cooling
  • Reheating
  • Hot holding
  • HACCP-based processes

New Hampshire Requirement:

  • Every food establishment must have at least one designated CFPM
  • PIC must demonstrate food safety knowledge during inspections

Summary:
This certification ensures that key personnel understand active managerial control, HACCP principles, and PIC responsibilities required for compliance in New Hampshire food establishments.

Statewide Acceptance

  • Exam Recognition: ANAB-CFP Accredited exams only
  • Certification Validity: 5 years
  • Accepted Locations: All New Hampshire food establishments

Summary:
Certification from the AAA Food Handler is recognized statewide, providing assurance of compliance with NH food safety regulations.

Certification Benefits / What You Can Do

  • Oversee food safety systems
  • Ensure compliance with NH Food Code
  • Prevent foodborne illness
  • Train and supervise kitchen staff
  • Manage operations in:
    • Restaurants
    • Healthcare facilities
    • Schools
    • Institutional food services

Summary:
Completing this certification equips managers to implement, monitor, and enforce effective food safety protocols, reducing risks of contamination and regulatory violations.

New Hampshire Food Safety Rules

  • Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat foods is prohibited
  • HACCP plans are required for:
    • Reduced Oxygen Packaging (ROP)
    • Acidified rice/sushi
    • Curing and other specialized processes
  • Hot holding: 135°F
  • Cold holding: 41°F
  • Comminuted meats: 155°F for 15 seconds

Summary:
The program teaches managers to maintain strict food safety standards for time/temperature control and specialized processes in line with NH regulations.

Accreditation

  • ANAB-CFP Accredited Food Manager Certification program
  • Accepted by all NH regulatory authorities
  • Certification must be renewed every 5 years by examination

Summary:
Accreditation ensures national competency standards are met and recognized by regulatory authorities.

State Pages (New Hampshire–Specific Requirements)

Food Manager Requirements:

  • Required statewide for all retail food establishments
  • At least one CFPM must be designated
  • The certificate must be available for inspection
  • PIC must demonstrate food safety knowledge at all operating times

Food Handler Requirements:

  • No statewide requirement
  • Employers may set internal training expectations

Exam & Proctoring:

  • Remote online proctoring permitted
  • Only ANAB-CFP Accredited exams are accepted

Certification Validity:

  • CFPM Certification: 5 years
  • Food Handler Certificate: employer-specific

Additional Local Requirements:

  • Establishments with at least one CFPM do not need a CFPM present when no food preparation is occurring
  • Food Code Version: NH incorporates the 2017 FDA Model Food Code
  • HACCP is required only for ROP and acidified rice/sushi

Summary:
The training focuses on hazard prevention, cross-contamination control, cleaning and sanitizing standards, and time/temperature management for daily food operations.

Course & Exam Details

Course:

  • Duration: ~4 hours
  • Format: 100% online
  • 10 modules
  • 160 practice questions (selected packages)
  • Flexible pacing

Exam:

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Passing score: 70%
  • Format: Remote online proctor by AAA Food Handler
  • Instant certificate after passing

Additional Features:

  • Employer/group dashboard
  • Accepted nationwide
  • Mobile-friendly

OUR CLIENTS

BENEFITS OF TRAINING

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Illness Prevention

Prevent foodborne illnesses

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Compliance

Ensure regulatory compliance

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Inspections

Reduce inspection violations

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Workplace Safety

Improve employee hygiene and operational safety

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Documentation

Provide audit-ready documentation

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Staff Management

Train and manage staff effectively

WHY CHOOSE US

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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, every food establishment in New Hampshire must employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) to comply with state food safety regulations and ensure proper oversight of food safety practices.

Yes, the AAA Food Handler’s ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)–accredited exam is recognized and accepted statewide by all New Hampshire regulatory authorities.

Yes, the exam can be taken online with remote proctoring approved by New Hampshire authorities, allowing for flexible scheduling and convenience.

No statewide requirement exists for Food Handler training. However, individual employers may require staff-level training for compliance or operational safety.

The Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification is valid for five years. The Food Handler certificate’s validity depends on employer-specific policies.

Yes, this certification is recognized in hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities regulated under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) § 483.60 for dietary services.

You can contact the New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services, Food Protection Section, 29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301, Phone: 603-271-4589, for official regulations and guidance.

ANAB accreditation ensures the exam meets national competency standards and is approved by regulatory authorities, giving employers and managers confidence in compliance and knowledge.

How To Get Your New Hampshire Food Manager Certification

  • Choose a Package with AAA Food Handler – Gold, Diamond, Exam Only, or Training Only
  • Complete Training (Optional for Exam Only)—10 modules + 160 practice questions (available in selected packages)
  • Pass the ANAB-CFP Accredited Exam – 70% required
  • Download Your Certificate—instantly available

Why Choose AAA Food Handler

  • Trusted nationwide
  • ANAB-CFP Accredited program
  • Affordable pricing
  • Mobile-friendly platform
  • Group management tools
  • Instant downloadable certificate

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Become a Certified Food Protection Manager and meet New Hampshire’s statewide requirements with AAA Food Handler’s fully online ANAB-CFP Accredited program.

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provided needed information

March 14, 2022

Joni G.

Informative and Immersive

March 13, 2022

I felt like the course made sure I completely understood the material.

Maira G.

Very informative

March 10, 2022

Learned a few things that I didn’t already know and because of that, I have already made changes to my own kitchen. Would definitely recommend this course.

TAMIQUA B.

ok

March 8, 2022

Aylin D.

*****

March 6, 2022

Jamie N.

good

March 5, 2022

Kenneth T.

Very Good

March 3, 2022

Very detailed and it’s great to be able to go over any subject you need more clarification on.

Pauline M.

Overall the training was very helpful, especially the practice questions, they help me better prepare myself

March 1, 2022

Janet Z.

good

March 1, 2022

Lance W.

Very Easy to Understand and Engaging

February 28, 2022

Desiree O.

exelent

February 22, 2022

Rose G.

great course

February 21, 2022

Amanda S.

Found the information to be fast informative very helpful .

February 19, 2022

Jorge C.

Very informative, interactive - I loved it

February 14, 2022

I appreciate the videos, the interactive quizzes, and the detailed descriptions and examples. I’m very glad it wasn’t just a bunch of reading. It was helpful and I would suggest it to everyone.

Cortney L.

Very easy to follow along!

February 13, 2022

Lisa P.

I found the modules to be clear, dynamic, and interactive. I was able to learn at my own pace and that was great.

February 12, 2022

Marion S.

Great course

February 9, 2022

simple to understand and great training.

Yolanda H.

Very Clear

February 9, 2022

Lingli W.

GREAT👍👊

February 9, 2022

James L.

Great

February 9, 2022

Jameson S.