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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September 24, 2025

It was good

Elijah J.

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Santhi

Food Handlers Certification

It was quick, simple and easy to finish in one sitting.

Kayzelyn P.

Informative, and helped me understand importance of food handling procedures

I found the Food Handler course to be very informative and easy to follow. It clearly explained the importance of food safety and the proper practices to prevent contamination. The examples and scenarios made it easier to understand how to apply food safety in real situations. Overall, this course helped me gain a better understanding of why food safety is so important and how I can handle food more responsibly.

Keval P.

This is very helpful

September 23, 2025

this has helped me realize all the germs a restaurant can have. I now know how to handle food and keep the place clean. This was very very helpful!!

Santiago C.

Hakan C.

Jeffery D.

serenity

Always stay positive in interactively through the course

The course was very informative and helpful.i will apply them through my time and career here at hello fresh 🤝🤝

Sharone S.

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jeannine L.

Very Beneficial

Touches upon various subjects in handling food, well educating

Lauryn

Jacob R.

Oxana M.

Food Handler

Easy to follow and understand

DIANA G.

MHS Food Handler

Very in-depth

Edward M.

travis P.

Well presented information

The information provided was easy to follow and easy to remember for recall

Connor R.

Very informative

Common mistake made in very day practices made at home are now eliminate around my home and will be avoid at work !!!

Ronnie B.

Rodney I.

Isabella

June 19, 2025

michael

Educational

Meghan M.

good course

easy to follow

Li C.

veronica P.

Great course

Great course!

Ekaterina

Informative and interactive

I thought this was a great overview with additional details describing how to keep a safe environment for food, employees and customers. I enjoyed that part of the training was interactive and kept my attention.

Stacey M.

Accurate and Timely

Yes, as tedious as safety training is, it is important and necessary. This session is to the point and fast enough paced to get you refreshed and updated even when you have been doing this stuff for years. Worth the time and money, thank you.

John H.

Good training wish there was more accessibility

Overall, a good training. Wish the captions were automatic once turned on instead of having to click it every single time.

Hyeonju

Simple to understand

Videos help make you understand with ease and the follow up questions help you really read the question before answering

Stacey

Great Concise Training

Thanks!

Kim

rachel

So far so good

I think the course is fine, but we’ll see when I take the test.

Peace

it’s very good

Jacqueline S.

Overall Easy Expierence

June 18, 2025

Really simple course. If you have the time and a great mindset, you could knock it down in 4 hours, and just take the test whenever.

Ali E.

Course Opinion

This course was very helpful and easy to understand.

Katherine R.

gave great info

I thought this was good information and went rather quickly

Leah C.

Very interesting

It helped me learn about how to manage the restaurant I work at better! There were some grammar and typos in the course however.

Damian Q.

Juliana

Kept My Attention and I Learned Alot

Great course – good pace, great graphics, and I liked the test questions at the end of each module.

Jim F.

I liked that it was at my own pace!

And I like the practice test/quiz reviews the most.

Tina P.

it was good

August 20, 2024

Was kinda long but good.

Daniel

Jason L.

great for beginning to learn about Alcohol and Alcohol safety

great product, was worth it !

Kenny

Maria L.

RBS

GREAT!

Ana

August 19, 2024

great training

Madison D.

Review

It was great

Brittany G.

Good course

Easy to follow

Stephanie R.

Oooo

Oooooo

Eduardo

Great Experience

August 18, 2024

I learned some things I didn’t know. Very educational.

Regina T.

Way too long

August 17, 2024

Angelica C.

Very good experience

Major P.

Training

Great and easy training. Really helpful powerpoint and quizzes.

Maria

good

yelsi F.

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August 16, 2024

VERY INFORMATIVE, EASY TO NAVIGATE.

JOEL Z.

Great

GREAT

Tania R.

August 15, 2024

Edgardo E.

nice

miriah

Food Safety

October 15, 2025

The coarse explained different food borne illnesses, the temperatures at what food are safely stored and cooked at, cleaning and sanitizing, different bacteria and viruses, and how to manage your staff.

Tim B.

food handling

me parecio super interesante y aprendi mucho

ADRIANA R.

me parecio muy interesante y aprendi mucho

Naquita G.

Gurnaaz D.

hayden L.

Alena L.

Food Handler Certification Traning

Great Learning

shakeshia M.

food handlers

Very easy to follow

Joanna C.

it was easy to access and complete.

Valdrina M.

RBs alcohol

It was ok it’s long

Anthony

I am new to the industry and I liked that the course sections were broken down with appropriate reviews in between.

Meagan F.

Lisa T.

Great informative course

This course was quick and very easy to understand. The images and slide show keep me engaged. I would recommend this to a friend or employee.

Christina R.

The quiz was quick easy

Camontania T.

October 14, 2025

Berenice

Mini Mart express

Good info

Jaromny M.

Johana M.

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)

Videos

No Title

Food Handlers Certification

Informative, and helped me understand importance of food handling procedures

This is very helpful

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Always stay positive in interactively through the course

N/a

Very Beneficial

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Food Handler

MHS Food Handler

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Well presented information

Very informative

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Educational

good course

No Title

Great course

Informative and interactive

Accurate and Timely

Good training wish there was more accessibility

Simple to understand

Great Concise Training

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So far so good

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Overall Easy Expierence

Course Opinion

gave great info

Very interesting

No Title

Kept My Attention and I Learned Alot

I liked that it was at my own pace!

it was good

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great for beginning to learn about Alcohol and Alcohol safety

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RBS

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Review

Good course

Oooo

Great Experience

Way too long

Very good experience

No Title

Training

good

TABC SELLER SERVER CERTIFICATE

Great

Great

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nice

NORTH CAROLINA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION