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 16, 2025

good test

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It was great

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Madison L.

Roman S.

Great Course

The Course was easy to follow and organized in a way that made sense. The option of being able to complete the course and the exam online made it super simple and fast.

Roberto C.

Food handlers certified

It was fun and easy training

Vilavanh

Food Handlers certified

It was easy and fun

Vila

Amazing Experience

This was extremely easy, informative, and understandable. It was not insanely time consuming and I was able to easily retain information. I enjoyed the short videos and how it was interactive at times. If you watch all of the videos, you will easily be able to pass the end exam. 10/10 would recommend.

Lauryn F.

fun time

the test was good and fun

dustin

Wow this is Informational

I love this information , makes me feel so much safer when handling foods

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sandra A.

Easy to understand

Easy to understand, they explain technical terms in easy to understand language. Would recommend.

William

5

Excellent

Yvette C.

Crystal B.

good course

i did learn really good thing about reheating food or managing food i recommend ti

Gian P.

very helpful in food preparation knwledge

awesome

William C.

Pretty Convenient Process

The process for what is required is convenient. Just 2-3 questions seem like more than one answer could apply, but over all, it was clear and easy to understand.

Morgann W.

very great learning course

May 17, 2025

Wenjuan L.

Make learning fun

I like the training because it was easy to understand. The modules are clear and precise.

MCI

Great Training, I felt prepared!

I loved how interactive it was, it wasn’t boring. I loved the review questions after each section, it prepared me well for the test

Carol F.

cool, and informative, yet simple still.

May 16, 2025

it was very informative! I liked when talking about certain rules and procedures we are given examples of real life events that really express the importance of being thorough.

Paola

Review

I dont want to leave a review until i take the test.

Holly

Great Class!

Great materials to keep your business running smoothly. Very infomative and easy to understand.

Irfan

easy informative

This course was very easy to follow. Every module was simple to understand

Elaine D.

Good Training but

It would be nice to be able to scroll back or rewind the videos during the courses. I was handwriting notes and would have to either pause very often or rewatch a whole video just to get one detail i missed towards the end.

Pete

David

great course, very in-depth.

Ray A.

Very helpful!

May 15, 2025

This course was easily to follow and easy to navigate! I recommend 10 out of 10 to anyone looking for a Managers or Food Handlers course.

Edward C.

user friendly

Andrew L.

Great training!

This was so much better than I expected and so much better than sitting in a classroom!

Kathleen Y.

Great and useful

I learned a lot. Thanks for making it entertaining and by sections.

Sabrina

Excellent course for Food Manager exam

I have taken this course for Food Manager. The videos teach you each and every thing that is required for the exam. The quizes and sample tests help you prepare for the exam.

Looking forward for the actual exam.

Thank you.

Shruti P.

Summary of training

This was extensive training that improved my knowledge of food safety

Shannon

This was the most easy to follow and understand online class I have taken

Ronald J.

Not rocket science, but well formatted

This isn’t a terribly hard concept, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to teach.

The course is well structured and organized. I believe I’m ready for this test (we’ll see!).

The only note I have is that I wish they would hire a real voice actress and not use text-to-speech. That tech makes it much harder to stay focused and a voice actor can do a better job conveying the concepts covered in the course. There were multiple times where I had to spend some time relistening because of the text-to-speech robotic cadence had me thinking they were saying something slightly different than the text (especially with lists).

Troy

review

very informative easy to follow

Megan C.

Covers Everything in Detail

Covers everything in detail

Matt G.

it was informative and long.

August 21, 2022

Tiarah L.

It was great.

Teresa A.

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Jessica V.

good

Jenna G.

good review

Nicholas D.

ok

August 20, 2022

Michael B.

Thank you for all you do.

Great class very good information that is a need to know for what we do.

David D.

Good

Bao H.

Brant B.

good stuff

Lidia I.

Felipe M.

Tuong D.

Very concise and informative

Joshua T.

it was slow and tedious. the robot voice is monotonous

Johnny K.

it was fine, easy to follow along

Stacie Z.

August 19, 2022

very good

Andrea V.

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Victoria C.

4

Maria F.

5 stars

Romelio E.

it was entertaining & beneficial learning

great

Jessica L.

Helpful

October 10, 2025

Quick and easy.

Elizabeth R.

Extremely informative and a great experience! 5/5 would recommend.

What else can I say? There are multiple options for getting certified, but this takes the cake! Quick and easy.

Alexis H.

Informative & Efficient Food Handlers Course

This course was straight to the point and hit key points for food safety. It was easy to do and the modules were not too long on each topic. I liked the pacing of the course. It made the information easy to digest.

Shannon S.

Food Handlers for Managers

like the program, it was well explained and gave really good information

Alici

noah

love this course very detailed and great information

Carlos L.

Good knowledge

Great experience

Ashley G.

Great - Very Informative

Very helpful information and easy to learn

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Great

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Informative and helpful

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Thorough and convenient

A quick and simple course with thorough analysis.

Raeven

Food Handlers Course Review

i felt the questions were a little tricky but it was durable

shane G.

it was very stressfull but good

my heart was pounding cuz I thought I’d fail but the program is sooo good I love it

kian

Great information.

Cynthia

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)

liked it

No Title

It was great

No Title

Great Course

Food handlers certified

Food Handlers certified

Amazing Experience

fun time

Wow this is Informational

la

exelente

Easy to understand

5

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good course

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very helpful in food preparation knwledge

Pretty Convenient Process

very great learning course

Make learning fun

Great Training, I felt prepared!

cool, and informative, yet simple still.

Review

Great Class!

easy informative

Good Training but

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No Title

Very helpful!

user friendly

Great training!

Great and useful

Excellent course for Food Manager exam

Summary of training

Easy to understand

Not rocket science, but well formatted

review

Covers Everything in Detail

it was informative and long.

It was great.

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good

good review

ok

Thank you for all you do.

Good

good

good stuff

ok

5

Very concise and informative

it was slow and tedious. the robot voice is monotonous

it was fine, easy to follow along

good

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4

5 stars

it was entertaining & beneficial learning

NORTH CAROLINA
FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION