* 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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Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.
Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.
Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Yes. North Carolina law requires that all food establishments have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff.
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 provides accreditation services to both public and private sector organizations. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of the ANAB.
North Carolina Food Manager Certification is valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiration.
Yes. North Carolina recognizes Food Protection Manager Certification from programs accredited by the ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), making them valid nationwide.
North Carolina follows the 2017 FDA Model Food Code. Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above, and cold foods at 41°F or below.
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 North Carolina.
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.
They monitor food safety operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with the North Carolina 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.
No. North Carolina does not mandate statewide certification for food managers; however, the Person in Charge (PIC) must demonstrate knowledge of basic food safety principles.
Food safety in North Carolina is overseen by the Department of Health and Human Services, Environmental Health Section.
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Food Handler Reviews
4.9
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Efficient and full of information.
This was very fun and held a lot of useful information. Easy to do and kind of time consuming unless you do it straight through.
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I felt it was more interactive than most lessons I’ve been taught in the past.
I liked the process it was fast
Covered lots of important things one must know to work in the food industry.
Very informative and straightforward. I enjoyed learning more about food safety. The test was painless but had me on edge.
very informational!
I learned a lot of common sense things i didn’t know.
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Excellent and goes very nicely into depth, while still staying simple. Learned tons of information in an incredibly short amount of time for an amazing price!
The information was easily accessible and to understand without getting bogged down.
Information was thorough and I learned a lot
I liked the deeply they went into detail
I think that I have learned a lot about the temperature food needs to be cooked at. I’ve also learned about pathogens and how to prepare food safely.
This was an easy experience that was cost effective and informative
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
Tomé el curso de Manager de Alimentos de AAAFood Handler y fue una gran experiencia. La plataforma es fácil de usar, el contenido está bien estructurado y cubre todos los aspectos clave de seguridad alimentaria, manipulación higiénica y regulaciones sanitarias.
Recomiendo este curso a cualquier persona en la industria alimentaria, especialmente a quienes tienen un rol de supervisión o gestión. ¡Vale la pena!
allot of detail usually u do them in reel life with think about them even good to know for your own and your family safety..
the class was easy and direct.
The training was easy but concise I liked that you can stop and start the training at your own pace and I enjoy the experience
I learned a lot of food safety during this course which will help me in a commercial kitchen as well as my home
Me pareció bastante interesante y me gustó todos los módulos bien explicados
Got to learn a lot of things about the food and the industry operation system
Clear concise and easy to understand and to put in place
Good
Great course, can finish in a few hours. There is no skipping the videos if youre trying to take note, take them as the video goes and pause the video. If you want to go back on the video you have to rewatch the entire video. Study for the test!
Clear and understandable. i recommend
very interesting facts and it helped me understand more about the business and how to keep it safe for me and my customers
good
I found the class very informative but the course reviews could be confusing.
Twice questions that were asked but the materials was in the next block.
My feed back would be that the modules could be organized a little better and I wish there was a progress bar you could look at while taking the class.
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5.0
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4.9
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Food Manager Reviews
4.9
great course
I was falling asleep watching the videos lollll but I still got it. 💯 also I don’t know if it’s on my end only, but some of the videos did not have audio..
This has been one of the best food handler course I’ve ever taken. It took me initially 2 to 3 hours however it was very informative.
great
I really liked this course, it was very easy, and you were able to work at your own pace. Also very affordable!
It was to long
I actually enjoyed this course! I took my time and learned a lot! Can be completed faster than I did but I really wanted to learn and retain everything.
It was easy to follow
execellent
User friendly. Quick and easy.
excellent and educational
Very thorough.
I learned a lot that I was unaware of.
Learned some new things, website hung up a few times.
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4.9
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