Health Department Approved, ANAB-CFP Accredited Certified Food Manager Exam
* 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.
New Mexico 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.
AAA Food Handler provides nationally trusted food safety training and certification for managers and staff across the United States. Our Food Manager Certification Program is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and the Conference for Food Protection (ANAB-CFP)—meeting both federal and New Mexico food safety requirements.
New Mexico mandates that every food establishment employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). A knowledgeable PIC must be on-site during all hours of operation.
Exam Recognition: ANAB-CFP Accredited exams only
Validity: 5 years
Accepted In: All New Mexico food establishments
AAA Food Handler certification ensures statewide acceptance and compliance with New Mexico inspection standards.



















Effectively implement and oversee food safety systems.
Ensure compliance with New Mexico Food Code requirements.
Minimize risk of contamination and foodborne illness.
Train and supervise kitchen staff for safe operations.
Oversee restaurants, schools, healthcare, and institutional kitchens.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Yes. At least one CFPM is required under New Mexico regulations, and the PIC must demonstrate food safety knowledge during inspections.
Yes. The AAA Food Handler’s ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)–Conference for Food accredited exam is recognized statewide.
Yes. Remote proctoring is accepted and allows flexible scheduling.
Not statewide, but many employers require it. If you need to certify your staff, you can also enroll them in our New Mexico Food Handler Course.
Valid for five years.
Yes. It is accepted in hospitals, nursing homes, and facilities regulated under CFR § 483.60.
New Mexico Environment Department
1190 St. Francis Drive, Suite N4050
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: 505-827-2855 | Email: food.program@state.nm.us
ANAB accreditation ensures nationally recognized competency and regulatory compliance.
Tip: If you want to certify staff-level employees, enroll them in the New Mexico Food Handler Course for entry-level certification.
Enroll in the AAA Food Handler ANAB-CFP Accredited program today and ensure your establishment meets all New Mexico food safety requirements.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
It was a very informative course.
The slides were quick, easy to understand, and straight to the point! well done.
The course was easy to navigate through and very thorough.
very informative and thorough
Everything was broken down in a way you can easily understand.
Thorough, easy to follow, and detailed course.
l loved taking this course it has enriched my knowledge
It was very informative.
The courses were very helpful.
Very informative
the only thing that I would recommend in the future is easier progress tracking. I would reccomend this course do to the national recognition that it has.
Information was clearly presented
Great material and explanations. Easy to understand.
This was a very well laid out and produced course. I appreciated the way it was organized. It kept me engaged throughout.
Was not as complicated as expected. I learned what was need and am now ready to take the test.
Straightforward and fun