California Food Manager Certification

The California Food Manager Certification course meets the requirements for becoming a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM), as required by the FDA Model Food Code and adopted by state and local health departments.

Official ServSafe^® course   •   ANSI-Accredited   •   Mobile-friendly learning

Why California Food Managers Choose Choose the ServSafe® Food Manager Course

Get your California Food Manager certification online. Complete the California Food Manager Training and take the proctored exam from home

No Travel Costs  –  No Test Center Required  –  No Missed Workdays

How the California Certified Food Protection Manager Online Course Works

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California-accepted ServSafe® Food Manager course and remote online exam in one package.

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FAQs

Is this food manager certification accepted in California?

Yes. This course prepares you for the California-accepted ServSafe Food Protection Manager (CFPM) exam. The certification is ANSI-accredited and recognized by California state and local health departments. Check with your local inspector for any city or county-specific rules.

Do I need to go to a testing center for the exam?

No. The ServSafe Food Manager exam is taken online with a remote live proctor. You just need a computer with a webcam and microphone, reliable internet, a quiet and well-lit space, and a government-issued photo ID. No test center visit required.

How long does the California food manager course take?

The course takes approximately 6 to 10 hours depending on your experience level. It is entirely self-paced, so you can log in and out anytime without losing your progress.

How much does the California food manager certification cost?

The California Food Manager Certification course and exam costs $179.95. This includes the official ServSafe Food Manager online training, remote live-proctored exam, exam scheduling and tech guidance, practice questions, and a digital certificate upon passing.

How quickly do I get proof of certification after passing?

After passing the exam and processing, you can immediately download and print your digital certificate as proof of certification. You can present it to your employer or health inspector.

When are the food manager exams available?

Remote proctored exams are available 24/7, subject to proctor availability. You can schedule your preferred date and time when you are ready to test.

Who needs a food manager certification in California?

California requires licensed public food service establishments to have a certified food manager. This typically applies to restaurant owners, managers, Persons-in-Charge, hotel and resort foodservice, catering operations, food truck and mobile vendors, school foodservice, and healthcare and institutional foodservice operations

What does the California food manager certification course cover?

The course covers foodborne illness and the Big 6 pathogens, time and temperature control for TCS foods, personal hygiene and cross-contamination prevention, allergen controls, purchasing and receiving and storage and preparation and cooking and cooling procedures, Active Managerial Control and basic HACCP principles, and cleaning, sanitizing, and integrated pest management.

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