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AAA FOOD HANDLER

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.

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

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

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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
8,249 reviews
4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 8,249 reviews)
Excellent93%
Very good5%
Average1%
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Too Slow

May 21, 2025

Overall good program. Would be better if I could increase the speed to 1.25x

Al

It was easy going

May 21, 2025

It was a very comprehensive through out learning process , test questions were easy.

Gladys C.

EXCELLENT!!

May 21, 2025

Very detailed helpful and easy going. Great refresher!

Margaret D.

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May 21, 2025

Very informative

Sukhwinder S.

Interactive

May 21, 2025

I love being able to interact with the courses and im verry happywith all the knowledge I’ve learned.

Marcus G.

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May 21, 2025

Cassandra B.

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May 21, 2025

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Susana V.

Quite helpful, did a great job of highlighting the knowledge I already possest, teaching new things, and deepening understanding.

May 21, 2025

I would rate this course 5 stars. It did an amazing job of teaching in an engaging way that kept my attention, helped me to absorb the information, and encouraged me to do my best in keeping my workplace clean. Overall, it did a great job of taking me from start to finish, and through the metaphorical finish line of the test.

Magnus Y.

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May 21, 2025

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Susana V.

Good

May 21, 2025

Fast

Rene

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May 21, 2025

kianna

Clear information. Can pause if need to take note. Took me 3-4 hrs total

May 21, 2025

Heather

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May 21, 2025

Sara S.

food handlers review

May 21, 2025

The importance of dealing with food

Isaiah A.

Very easy

May 21, 2025

It was very easy to do. And was easy to follow.

Melissa

Easy to follow

May 21, 2025

Wasn’t too repetitive, great learning tool for those who do not want to take the in-person course.

Gregg

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May 21, 2025

Kaitlin B.

Excellent

May 21, 2025

The Course si complete, interesting and dynamic.

Analia C.

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May 21, 2025

Melinda C.

Test

May 21, 2025

Glad it’s over very stressful

Melinda