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AAA Food Handler

NORTH CAROLINA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9
(8,286 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.

ANAB
ANAB
North Carolina 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

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PREVENT

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

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AWARENESS

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

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

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MINIMIZE

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

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

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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. 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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Raleigh, NC 27609

Food Manager Reviews

4.9

Food Protection Training
8,286 reviews
4.9
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June 23, 2025

Brooke

Easy and straight to the point

June 23, 2025

Highly recommend this course from AAA food handler

Christian

very helpful

June 23, 2025

very informative and a lot of knowledge

naveed

Amazing

June 23, 2025

Amazing

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June 23, 2025

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Laci P.

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June 23, 2025

Very informational course!

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June 23, 2025

Yezenia

very insightful

June 23, 2025

This was well thought out and more detailed than others that I have taken in the past years. Definitely would recommend this style of course. I could take my time and go back if I didn’t understand something.

Kemet L.

It was great help

June 23, 2025

I gave a 5 stars because training was very clear and understanding that allows to to learn and pass exam

Tiffany M.

RBS Alcohol

June 23, 2025

Good

Justin A.

food manager

June 23, 2025

this was a course it was clear and to the point

Anthony J.

Great Course!

June 23, 2025

Everything went great and smooth!

Luisa A.

Informative and helpful

June 22, 2025

Great information! I was very perpare for my exam.

Melanie M.

Thank you

June 22, 2025

jared

yay.

June 22, 2025

yay

bcbj

Great!

June 22, 2025

Easy to access, clear, awesome. Only consideration is that I can’t go back a few seconds and instead have to rewatch entire video.

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June 22, 2025

Jesus

short note

June 22, 2025

a little confusing at times but able to understand a few times , takes a long time for modules to load

sean P.

Great course

June 22, 2025

Course was easy to follow and understand.

Carol C.

Worth it

June 22, 2025

Pretty easy, really quick, worth it.

David