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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I enjoyed getting the information I needed thank you.

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Lots of videos!!

While there were many videos that felt slightly overwhelming, each video was fairly short and easily digestible.

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Informative

Modules were well explained with images, and very easy to understand.

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The class was great. I had lots of fun thank you.

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Easy steps to follow along....

The mandatory training wasn’t as bad as some. I liked the visual pictures and also reading the closed caption as I listened to the trainer.

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Very informative and helpful.

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Food handler card thanks

Not bad like price

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Painful

pre Siri level of AI sounding voice. The creators didnt even take the time to record a real human… advertised as “minority and woman owned”, this should never be something to profit off of, and im a minority who owns a business. Test was full of “gatcha” type questions.

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Easy and straightforward

One less because sometimes the audio would glitch out. I don’t know if that was because I was doing it through a phone instead of a computer but it did not hinder learning and was only a little frustrating since I could reload and it would be fixed or I could read the subtitles.

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Richard

Great training program

Very easy to follow, engage and understand. Love that it is woman and minority owned!

Yami L.

great course

christina B.

May 28, 2025

Very well done

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Birhan A.

Easy to use

I have used another well-known platform to stay current for my business, for many years and I will never use them again-This site is easy to use, women owned and saves time. No in person class time for very busy people!

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Garrett

Good

This was easy to follow.

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May 27, 2025

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Well done

Easy to understand and follow along. Well placed sample questions.

Sierra

Well Organized Topics

the course was clear, easy to follow, and well-structured. Each section focused on essential food safety practices, making it simple to understand and remember. The step-by-step format and review questions helped reinforce key points. Great for anyone preparing for the food handler certification!

Jin K.

AAA Training

Excellent!!

Maria A.

Easy to follow

I feel prepared to take the test after completing this course.

Taekeia

great course. easy to follow

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Robyn S.

Solid Info

I thought the courses and info were great. I don’t know much about any food management other than basics to help pass inspections. It was to the point and covered well.

Lesleigh T.

My experience

Very informative

Rob

Great simple training

Super easy to follow and helpful

Catherine

best guide

Its really good and awesome to get knowledge like this

Akashdeep S.

Good and informative but too long

August 27, 2022

Hannah K.

Perfect course

Regina M.

Great course.

Summer F.

5

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GREAT

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Easy to navigate with on screen direction

Love the cc option so I could take the course anywhere

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Mariangelica H.

Way too long

Haley G.

Although the training took long, it was still very educational and easy to understand the basics

Erika M.

It was great! I learned a lot!

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Yesenia S.

very informative and interesting I didn't know a lot of this stuff.

Michael S.

Very easy to understand material

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great

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August 26, 2022

Bad

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It’s was great

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Paulina G.

Great information, easy to navigate.

Katherine B.

Love it

October 11, 2025

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Pedro B.

Really Easy and Fast

Super easy to follow along. Quick and fast paced.

Samantha F.

Food handling Learner

This is a good way to learn proper ways of handling food and definitely helped me learn many safer ways to work in the kitchen

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Food Training

Great training information.

5 stars!

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5-star review for great information.

Informative training. Learned a lot.

Very informative.

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In-depth!

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Perris R.

Imperative.

The course does make sense for food handlers.

Lloyd D.

Great class a lot of knowledge gained to help me better understand my role as a food manager

Blake H.

Easy process

very informative

I believe we should take this course a least every 3 months for information purpose and maintain mangers updated

Junior H.

First Time-not bad

I like that you can take a break and come back. Not sure how long you can stay away, just a rest room and soda break. It’s lengthy but step away a bit it’s not bad. the test is easy. A lot is common sense.

Brian C.

Nick

Amazing course

I already took before the course but wanted to refresh everything and is super helpful and easy to learn. Really recommended to everyone.

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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)

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best guide

Good and informative but too long

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Easy to navigate with on screen direction

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Way too long

Although the training took long, it was still very educational and easy to understand the basics

It was great! I learned a lot!

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NORTH CAROLINA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION