* 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.
We guarantee approval of the Certified Food Protection Manager Program by the health department.
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Education is the best tool to prevent, minimize, or eliminate foodborne illnesses and food hazards.
Training helps reduce or eliminate food safety hazards before they become major issues.
Reducing food safety complaints will create a happier workplace and in turn increase productivity.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is responsible for ensuring food safety compliance in food establishments. This role is earned by passing the Food Protection Manager Certification exam, which is accredited by the ANAB and developed in accordance with the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). With this certification, managers demonstrate their ability to oversee safe food handling, prevent contamination, and lead food safety protocols.
Choosing a Food Protection Manager Certification exam that’s accredited by the ANAB and recognized by the Conference for Food Protection (CFP) ensures you are meeting national standards. This nationally accredited food manager certification is accepted in all 50 states, including North Dakota, and provides credibility with local health departments and employers.
Yes. The Food Protection Manager Certification offered by AAA Food Handler is approved by the North Dakota Department of Health. It meets both state regulations and the FDA Food Code 2022, making it valid across all food service operations within the state.
The course prepares managers to lead with confidence. Topics include:
The Food Protection Manager Certification exam is:
Accessible from home with a webcam and microphone
After passing, you can immediately download and print your Food Protection Manager Certification.
If you’ve selected the Diamond Package, you’ll receive one free retake of the Food Protection Manager Certification exam, provided you complete the full training and all practice tests first. The retake must be completed within six months of your initial attempt.
Once you pass the exam, your North Dakota Food Manager Certification remains valid for five years. After that, you’ll need to renew by retaking the nationally accredited food manager certification exam.
Yes. The AAA Food Handler Food Protection Manager Certification meets food safety standards outlined in CFR § 483.60 for healthcare and long-term care facilities. It’s also a valuable credential for those working toward becoming a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM).
When you select a Food Protection Manager Certification exam accredited by the ANAB and developed with the Conference for Food Protection (CFP), you’re choosing a credential trusted by regulators and employers across North Dakota. It reflects adherence to national food safety standards and supports long-term professional credibility.
Training is optional but highly recommended. If you’re already confident in your knowledge, you may choose the Exam Only option. However, the full training course includes 10 review sections and over 160 practice questions designed to help you succeed on the Food Protection Manager Certification exam.
The Food Manager Certification program is available for individuals and businesses located in Bottineau, Burke, McHenry, McLean, Renville, Sheridan, and Ward counties in North Dakota. AAA Food Handler provides training that meets local, state, and national food safety requirements.
Yes. AAA Food Handler provides bulk purchasing and a team dashboard for businesses. This makes it easy to assign the Food Protection Manager Certification course to multiple employees, track their progress, and manage certifications across restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, and franchises.
Food safety oversight in North Dakota is managed by the North Dakota Department of Health. For questions about food protection manager certification requirements, local compliance, or food code regulations, you can contact:
North Dakota Department of Health
600 East Boulevard Avenue
Bismarck, North Dakota 58505.
Food Handler Reviews
4.9
This was a good long informative website and I recommend it.
Learned a lot of great tips and standards for handling food.
Este curso fue muy completo. La información está bien organizada y es fácil de entender, incluso para temas complejos. La forma en que se presentan los módulos hace que el aprendizaje sea muy ameno.
Pretty easy to follow
This course was straightforward and easy to follow. The information was presented clearly, which helped me understand the key food safety concepts.
How to stay clean
Easy to follow as well as quick and to the point!
It was fast and informative.
Great
I finished this in two days easily and it was super quick and easy and taught me a lot! Highly recommend!
I benefited and enjoyed a lot from the amount of information. The course was comprehensive and useful.
Great content, audio only worked on ~10% of slides. Thank goodness for closed captioning!
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
Muy importante la clase
The training was easy to follow, as well as eye-catching graphics to make what was learned easier to remember
very good. Extensive as needed
Great informative course that goes into detail for those needing necessary information to protect the food they are serving to their customers.
quick and to the point
Straightforward process and course to go through with little quizzes.
Everything was very well explained and organized in order for me to comprehend and remember every session. Thank you!
All you need to pass. Good job!
Lots of information to get you ready to handle food correctly
I thought the training we generally well done. Some places went very fast so I was happy to be able to back up. I did experience a period of time where the software was being updated and I had to take an unscheduled break.
overall good training. Some sections went a little to quick to take notes. Suggest a manual that could be downloaded.
Good education
The videos were informative and flowed in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. The examples were robust and the training was well performed.
I found this training to be extremely rewarding. The training helped me understand the food industry on a higher level.
I was very impressed with this course, it covered everything in detail- from proper food handling to cleaning procedures and regulatory standards. It was well-organized, easy to follow, and focused on real-world application. I feel confident and fully prepared to manage food safety in a professional setting.
The best way to complete a sanitation class at your own pace.
🎯 Lo que más me gustó:
Las dinámicas interactivas tipo “elige tu respuesta” que ponían a prueba nuestros reflejos mentales 🧠⚡
Los casos reales con situaciones críticas para resolver en equipo
Videos cortos y directos que explicaban desde el lavado de manos hasta la trazabilidad de productos
salgo del curso no solo con un certificado, sino con la seguridad de poder liderar un equipo con responsabilidad alimentaria y compromiso con la salud de nuestros clientes
Information was on point, I believe I’m prepared for test.
Alcohol Training Reviews
4.8
good
easy to follow and use
great
Great course
Covered material needed to take the test in step by step process that was easy to listen to and be engaged
good
Also, whats with the question “Which of the following would you record in an incident log?” Why wouldn’t I log how many cops drank alcohol? Don’t want any proof how many of y’all drink and drive?
Food Allergen Reviews
5.0
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Harassment Training Review
4.9
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Food Manager Reviews
4.9
very good and easy
The information was beneficial, and the training was painless. I would like to see more interaction (exercises), and I did not like that if I wanted to go back a few seconds on the video, I had to watch the whole video over, when I just wanted to listen to the previous 15 seconds, for example. Perhaps you could add a fast-forward and rewind button.
thank you
Overall it was easy and informative! I will note that the audio didn’t work on most of the modules, so I had to keep resetting the close-captioning.
has a lot of information about the pro’s and con’s about handling food to preparation and serving
The courses were easy to understand and follow. I learned a l lot.
It was easy and straightforward.
This course was eye opening and very much user friendly
Was very well organized thank you
this course covered everything i needed to know about serving alcohol and all the information well presented in a clear, concise way. P.S. module 4.11 turned into the spanish version, every other module was still in english
It was good
the course was simple and easy to complete.
Awesome
The material is clean and objective
Alcohol Training Reviews
4.8
good
easy to follow and use
great
Great course
Covered material needed to take the test in step by step process that was easy to listen to and be engaged
good
Also, whats with the question “Which of the following would you record in an incident log?” Why wouldn’t I log how many cops drank alcohol? Don’t want any proof how many of y’all drink and drive?
Food Allergen Reviews
5.0
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Harassment Training Review
4.9
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