NORTH CAROLINA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

4.9

(8,249 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.

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
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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

PREVENT

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

AWARENESS

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

ELIMINATE

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

MINIMIZE

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

PRODUCTIVITY

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

WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

Serving safe food will increase productivity will in turn increase workplace satisfaction.

WHY CHOOSE US

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)

Is Food Manager Certification Required in North Carolina?

Yes. North Carolina law requires that all food establishments have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff.

How Do I Become a Certified Food Manager in North Carolina?

Pass an exam from an ANAB accredited program, such as AAA Food Handler’s Food Protection Manager Certification.

What Is the ANAB?

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.

How Long Is a Food Safety Certification Valid in North Carolina?

North Carolina Food Manager Certification is valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiration.

Is Food Protection Manager Certification Accepted in North Carolina?

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.

What Food Safety Temperatures Are Required in North Carolina?

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.

What Is the Difference Between a Food Handler and a Food Manager in North Carolina?

Food handlers are trained for basic food safety. Food managers oversee broader responsibilities, including compliance, staff training, and operational safety.

Can I Take the North Carolina Food Manager Certification Online?

Yes, online training and exams are available and fully accepted in North Carolina.

What Is the Most Recognized Food Manager Certification?

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.

What Does a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Do in North Carolina?

They monitor food safety operations, train staff, and ensure compliance with the North Carolina food code.

Why Is Food Protection Manager Certification Important in North Carolina?

It helps prevent foodborne illness, ensures compliance, and boosts career opportunities.

How Do I Become a Certified Dietary Manager in North Carolina?

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.

Are There Any Statewide Food Manager Certification Requirements in North Carolina?

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.

Who Regulates Food Safety in North Carolina?

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

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March 27, 2024

Abin A.

Great knowledge and teaching

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Clear and easy to understand

March 26, 2024

Mary L.

Well needed

I know that I’ll need this

Kelvin T.

Very informative

Maria G.

Great

Carlene H.

Great!

Dakota S.

Easy to follow

Helpful and informative

Ashley L.

This was a good resource to help learn and know about food safety measures

Great course!

Marie C.

Informative

Monica R.

Easy and Self Paced

Timothy C.

thorough and easy

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Easy to understand

Rhonni P.

Easy to understand and get through

Octavia H.

nice to know

Cristina G.

good

easy to understand

Mia A.

informational

Jahmin C.

Very Helpful

Vincent R.

quick and easy to understand

Kenzie C.

very dissatisfied

I have been in this industry for 40 years and i have never had trouble with any test exam or online course…this was not user friendly at all. the page had no rewind? if yo miss headr you had to listen all over again. at one point i stop to move to bed room and had to redo 12 modules? sometimes the guide told yo to turn the page ” click next module” sometime just had to assume it was the end of section…at the end irrelevant question or two almost like ???? did they mean to say that or was it miswritten. I do not normlly write reviews but when i can skip to the end of a test and pass it over 40 years it very alarming at best to be stuck on a computer for 3 hours whenyou advertise 2. Yo need to out a rewind and fast forward for sure

Robin W.

Nice Presentation easy to understand!

February 28, 2023

this was a very nice course!

Teresa M.

great course

Sebastian L.

great course with much needed information

February 27, 2023

So happy I took this class. Was able to take it at my pace and could rewatch certain areas a few times to make sure I heard the information more than once.

Dawn R.

good but too slow

ERICK A.

great class, easy to do at my pace and convenience.

Ronald S.

Great class

William N.

wonderful training it was not intense but very engaging.

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Maria N.

informative

enjoyed the course

Kari C.

February 26, 2023

Amy T.

Easy peasy

Stress free class from my couch 👍

Florentina L.

Well-presented and in-depth without being textbook

Clear, concise course that presented information in an organized and understandable flow.

Danny M.

informative and easy to understand

Laura B.

Clear information and helpful

Ayda G.

Concepts were broken down nicely. The course was modern and left me well informed.

Alexis B.

GREAT

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HITENDRA C.

Was a great class, I really like the paces and detail they put into each module.

Daniel I.

Very informative!

Yunsun J.

Very fun and detailed

June 3, 2025

Very informational.

Kay

Food handler

Guillermina R.

I learned a lot about how to handle food in the proper manner

Odell L.

thanks for the training!!

Good experience and I passed the test on my first try!!

Jacqueline G.

service safe

it was great

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Miguel C.

Easy to Follow

The videos where easy to follow and very in-depth.

Paige H.

Amazing course

I really enjoyed your course

Michael

I feel much better now

excellent informtion

very informative and taught me a lot of things I did not know.

maria A.

Lots of info!

There is so much that goes into managing a restaurant. Getting trained in proper back and front of house food handling protocol is time consuming, but so necessary when it comes to wanting to provide your customers with the best service possible. Thank you!

Cynthia A.

Course

Was very easy and explained everything

Samara

Gabriella H.

Everything you need to know

Great course if you want to know all aspects of food management and handling. From running a cottage stand or large restaurant, all the key information is part of this course.

Frank B.

It was great

Gelesia W.

good course

alicia G.

very good class

clear concise easily understandable

Allen B.

Mariah ROCKS

Excellent information and feeling super prepared for the test!

Ashley P.

Good overview

This course was helpful, not only professionally, but also for my own home use. Loved the pacing, that there was interaction, but that I could also complete it in my own time.

Kristina C.

NORTH CAROLINA FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION

$99.95

Gold Package

$119.95

Diamond Package

$69.95

Exam Only

$49.95

Training Only

OUR CLIENTS

BENEFITS OF TRAINING

PREVENT

AWARENESS

ELIMINATE

MINIMIZE

PRODUCTIVITY

WORKPLACE SATISFACTION

WHY CHOOSE US

Getting Food Manager Certification Is Quick and Hassle-Free

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

nice

Great knowledge and teaching

Clear and easy to understand

Well needed

Very informative

Great

Great!

Easy to follow

This was a good resource to help learn and know about food safety measures

Informative

Easy and Self Paced

thorough and easy

Easy to understand

Easy to understand and get through

nice to know

good

good

Very Helpful

quick and easy to understand

very dissatisfied

Nice Presentation easy to understand!

great course

great course with much needed information

good but too slow

great class, easy to do at my pace and convenience.

Great class

wonderful training it was not intense but very engaging.

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Great!

Great!

informative

Great!

Easy peasy

Well-presented and in-depth without being textbook

informative and easy to understand

Clear information and helpful

Concepts were broken down nicely. The course was modern and left me well informed.

GREAT

Was a great class, I really like the paces and detail they put into each module.

Very informative!

Very fun and detailed

Food handler

Food handler

thanks for the training!!

service safe

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Easy to Follow

Amazing course

Amazing course

excellent informtion

Lots of info!

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Everything you need to know

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good course

very good class

Mariah ROCKS

Good overview

NORTH CAROLINA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION