Georgia Food Manager Certification

The Georgia Food Manager Certification prepares you to become a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM / CFSM) — as required by the FDA Model Food Code and Georgia Rule 511-6-1-.03.

Official ServSafe® Course  •  ANAB-Accredited  •  Remote Proctored Exam  •  Mobile-Friendly

$179.95 — Course & Exam Bundle

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No test center  •  No travel  •  Instant digital certificate after passing

✔ ANAB-Accredited Cert
✔ GA Health Dept Accepted
✔ Valid in All 50 States
✔ 5-Year Certification
✔ 24/7 Remote Proctor
✔ Instant Digital Certificate

Georgia Food Manager Certification & License — 100% Online with Remote Proctored Exam

Get your Georgia Food Manager certification online. Complete the official ServSafe® Food Manager training and take the live remote-proctored exam from home — no travel, no test center, no missed workdays.

No Travel Costs  –  No Test Center Required  –  No Missed Workdays  –  Pass & Print Cert Same Day


Official ServSafe® Georgia Food Manager Certification

Built for Georgia Food Managers

  • Georgia-accepted ServSafe® Food Protection Manager (CFPM / CFSM) certification
  • 100% online training with a remote, live-proctored exam
  • Study on your schedule — phone, tablet, or desktop
  • ANAB-accredited certification recognized in all 50 states
  • Instant digital proof of certification after passing

Why Georgia Managers Trust This Program

  • Official ServSafe® Food Manager training and exam
  • Aligned with the FDA Model Food Code and GA Rule 511-6-1-.03
  • Remote exam proctoring — no travel, no test center, 24/7 availability
  • Designed for busy operators with fully flexible, self-paced training
  • 5-year recognized credential across Georgia and the U.S.

📋 The ServSafe® Food Manager exam is 90 questions. A score of 70% or higher is required to pass. Your bundle includes practice questions and study resources to help you pass on your first try.

How the Georgia Certified Food Protection Manager Online Course Works

1
Enroll in Minutes

Choose the Georgia ServSafe® Food Manager option and get instant course access on any device.

2
Complete the Training

Learn at your own pace with easy-to-follow modules, quizzes, and built-in exam prep. Takes about 6–10 hours total.

3
Take the Remote Exam

Schedule your live remote-proctored ServSafe® exam — available 24/7. No test center required.

4
Pass & Print Same Day

After passing, download and print your digital certificate immediately. Present it to your employer or health inspector right away.

⭐ Ready to Earn Your Georgia Food Manager Certification?

Official ServSafe® Food Manager course + remote live-proctored exam in one affordable bundle. ANAB-accredited and Georgia health department accepted.

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What’s Included in the $179.95 Bundle

  • Official ServSafe® Food Manager online training
  • Remote, live-proctored ServSafe® Food Manager exam
  • Exam scheduling and tech support guidance
  • Practice questions and study resources
  • Digital certificate and printable proof of certification after passing

What You’ll Learn

  • Foodborne illness, hazards, and the “Big 6” pathogens
  • Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods
  • Personal hygiene, cross-contamination & allergen controls
  • Purchasing, receiving, storage, preparation, cooking & cooling
  • Active Managerial Control & basic HACCP principles
  • Cleaning, sanitizing & integrated pest management

Georgia Requirements & Who Needs It (Rule 511-6-1-.03)

Under Georgia Department of Public Health Rule 511-6-1-.03, every licensed food service establishment must employ at least one Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM / CFPM). The credential must be issued by an ANAB-accredited program such as ServSafe®. There is no separate state application, exam, or license fee beyond the certification exam itself.

Ideal for:

  • Restaurant owners, managers & Persons-in-Charge (PIC)
  • Hotels, resorts, and catering operations
  • Food trucks, mobile vendors, and concessions
  • Schools, healthcare, and institutional foodservice
  • Grocery stores, delis, bakeries & any GA-licensed food service establishment

Certification Details:

  • Valid for 5 years from exam pass date
  • Accepted by Georgia and all 50 states
  • ANAB-accredited

Technical Requirements for the Remote Exam

  • Reliable internet connection and a modern browser
  • A computer with webcam and microphone (tablets/phones not supported for exam)
  • Quiet, private, well-lit space for the duration of the exam
  • Government-issued photo ID for identity verification

Serving Food Service Operators Across Georgia

Atlanta Food Manager Certification

Fulton, DeKalb, and Metro Atlanta operators — from Buckhead restaurants to Sandy Springs caterers — use our online course to get certified without leaving the kitchen.

Savannah, Augusta & Columbus

Chatham (Savannah), Richmond (Augusta), and Muscogee (Columbus) County health departments accept ServSafe® under GA Rule 511-6-1-.03.

Macon, Athens & Metro Suburbs

Bibb (Macon), Clarke (Athens), and Cobb / North Fulton suburbs — Marietta, Alpharetta, Roswell, Kennesaw — all served by the same online course and remote exam.

Georgia Food Manager Certification — Frequently Asked Questions

Does Georgia require a food safety manager license?

Georgia doesn’t issue a separate license — Rule 511-6-1-.03 requires every licensed food service establishment to employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) with certification from an ANAB-accredited program like ServSafe®. That certification is what most operators refer to as their food manager license or permit.

Is this food manager certification accepted in Georgia?

Yes. This course prepares you for the Georgia-accepted ServSafe® Food Protection Manager (CFPM / CFSM) exam. The certification is ANAB-accredited and recognized by Georgia state and local health departments. Always check with your local inspector for any city or county-specific rules.

What’s the difference between CFPM and CFSM in Georgia?

None in practice. CFPM (Certified Food Protection Manager) and CFSM (Certified Food Safety Manager) are two names for the same ANAB-accredited credential. Georgia’s rule uses CFSM; national programs like ServSafe® use CFPM. Both terms describe the certification you will earn by passing this course.

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

No. The ServSafe® Food Manager exam is taken 100% online with a remote live proctor — available 24/7. You need a computer with a webcam and microphone, reliable internet, a quiet well-lit space, and a government-issued photo ID. No test center visit required anywhere in Georgia.

How long does the Georgia food manager certification course take?

Most learners complete the training in about 6–10 hours depending on their experience level. The course is entirely self-paced, so you can log in and out anytime without losing your progress. You can complete it in one day or spread it across multiple sessions.

How much does the Georgia food manager certification cost?

The all-in bundle costs $179.95 — no hidden fees. 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.

Can I pass the food manager exam on my first try?

Yes. The bundle includes practice questions and study resources aligned with the 90-question ServSafe® exam format. A score of 70% or higher is required to pass. Our self-paced training is designed to prepare you thoroughly before your exam date.

How quickly do I get proof of certification after passing?

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

When are the food manager exams available?

Remote proctored exams are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, subject to proctor availability. You can schedule your preferred date and time whenever you are ready to test — no waiting for a scheduled session.

Who needs a food manager certification in Georgia?

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

What does the Georgia 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, receiving, storage, preparation, cooking and cooling, Active Managerial Control and basic HACCP principles, and cleaning, sanitizing, and integrated pest management.

How long is the Georgia food manager certification valid?

The ServSafe® Food Manager certification is valid for 5 years from the date you pass the exam. You will receive renewal reminders before your certification expires.

How do I renew my Georgia food manager certification?

When your ServSafe® Manager certification approaches its 5-year expiration, you take the ServSafe® Manager exam again — the same online, remote-proctored format you used originally. There’s no separate renewal course requirement.

Enroll in the Georgia ServSafe® Food Manager Certification Today

Get compliant faster. Train online, take your remote proctored exam, and earn an ANAB-accredited credential recognized across Georgia and all 50 states.

$179.95 — All-In Bundle

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