New Mexico
Food Manager Certification
Health Department Approved, ANAB-CFP Accredited Certified Food Manager Exam
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
$99.95
Gold Package
$69.95
Exam Only
$49.95
Training Only
$99.95
Gold Package
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
$69.95
Exam Only
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
$49.95
Training Only
- Food Manager Exam
- Includes $46 proctor fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest*
- Instant Certificate
- English or Spanish
$99.95
Gold Package
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Online Food Manager Exam Includes $46 Proctor Fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest
-
Instant Certificate with
passing grade
- English or Spanish
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Online Food Manager Exam Includes $46 Proctor Fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest
-
Instant Certificate with
passing grade
- English or Spanish
$69.95
Exam Only
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Online Food Manager Exam Includes $46 Proctor Fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest
-
Instant Certificate with
passing grade
- English or Spanish
$49.95
Training Only
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Online Food Manager Exam Includes $46 Proctor Fee
- Online Training Course
- 10 Review Sections
- 160 Sample Test Questions
- One Free Retest
- Training certificate with completion
- English or Spanish
* 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.
Why AAA Food Handler
- 100% Online, Accessible 24 hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
- Start, Stop and Resume Training Course as Needed
- Course Duration: 4 Hours, Exam Duration: 2 Hours
- Courses and Exam Expire 1 Year From Purchase Date
- Exam Passing Score 70%
- ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited Food Manager Certification
- Print Your Food Manager Certificate Immediately After Passing Your Exam
- Group Registrations: Keep Track of All Employees in One Area
- Certification Valid for Up to 5 Years
- Health Department Approved in All 50 States
- Watch a 1 minute video on how to manage your group. Click here
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.
New Mexico Food Manager Certification – ANAB-CFP Accredited CFPM Exam Online
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.
What This Certification Covers
- New Mexico Person in Charge (PIC) requirements
- Active managerial control principles
- HACCP basics and specialized processes
- Foodborne illness prevention
- Food Code Version: New Mexico has adopted the 2017 FDA Food Code as its governing standard. Note: Albuquerque/Bernalillo County have locally adopted the 2022 FDA Food Code (effective August 1, 2024), which includes updated allergen labeling and food handler card requirements
Who This Is For
- Food service managers
- Supervisors & chefs
- Lead kitchen staff
- Individuals responsible for cooling, reheating, hot holding, or HACCP-based processes
Regulatory Requirement:
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.
Statewide Acceptance & New Mexico Regulations:
Exam Recognition: ANAB-CFP Accredited exams only
Validity: 5 years
Accepted In: All New Mexico food establishments
- CFPM is required for all permitted establishments
- HACCP plans are required for special processes
- Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat foods is prohibited without an approved variance
- Hot holding: 135°F
- Cold holding: 41°F
- Comminuted meats: 155°F for 15 seconds
AAA Food Handler certification ensures statewide acceptance and compliance with New Mexico inspection standards.
Certification Benefits— What You Can Do:
- Manage food safety systems
- Ensure New Mexico Food Code compliance
- Reduce risk of contamination or foodborne illness
- Train and supervise kitchen staff
- Oversee operations in restaurants, healthcare facilities, schools, and institutional kitchens
Course & Exam Details
- Duration: ~4 hours
- Format: 100% online
- 10 training modules
- 160 practice questions (in selected packages)
- Mobile-friendly
- Duration: 2 hours
- Passing Score: 70%
- Format: Remote online proctored by AAA Food Handler
- Instant certificate after passing
- Employer/group dashboard
- Accepted nationwide
- Easy-to-use learning portal
Our Clients
Benefits Of Training
Manage Food Safety
Effectively implement and oversee food safety systems.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with New Mexico Food Code requirements.
Prevent Illness
Minimize risk of contamination and foodborne illness.
Staff Training
Train and supervise kitchen staff for safe operations.
Operational Oversight
Oversee restaurants, schools, healthcare, and institutional kitchens.
WORKPLACE SATISFACTION
Why Choose Us
- Satisfaction Guarantee
- Online Interactive Course
- Meets and Exceeds State Guidelines
- Price Match Guarantee
- Owners and Managers: Manage, Track and Record Employee Progress
Getting Food Manager Certification Is Quick And Hassle-Free
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their certification with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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.
Food handler cards are required statewide in New Mexico for all food employees. As of March 1, 2016, all food employees must complete an accredited training, pass an assessment, and obtain a food handler card per the New Mexico Environment Department. Additionally, Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque adopted the 2022 FDA Model Food Code effective August 1, 2024, which adds local-level food handler card enforcement on top of the state requirement.
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.
How To Get Your New Mexico Food Manager Certification
- Choose a Package with AAA Food Handler – Gold, Diamond, Exam Only, or Training Only
- Complete Training—10 modules + 160 practice questions (included in selected packages; optional for Exam Only)
- Pass the ANAB-CFP Accredited Exam – minimum 70%
- Download Your Certificate—instantly available
Tip: If you want to certify staff-level employees, enroll them in the New Mexico Food Handler Course for entry-level certification.
Why Choose AAA Food Handler
- Trusted nationwide
- ANAB-CFP Accredited
- Affordable pricing
- Mobile-friendly platform
- Group management tools
- Instant digital certificate
Ready to Become a Certified Food Protection Manager in New Mexico?
Enroll in the AAA Food Handler ANAB-CFP Accredited program today and ensure your establishment meets all New Mexico food safety requirements.