Get certified fast with this 1‑day, in‑person Food Protection Manager Certification course and exam, approved for both the State of Illinois and the City of Chicago. One class meets both requirements, and certification is issued the same day.

Perfect for experienced food service professionals and those just entering the industry, this course delivers the knowledge, confidence, and nationally recognized credential accepted by health departments in all 50 states.

Why Choose My Food Service License?

✔ All‑Inclusive Pricing — No Hidden Fees

Your ticket includes:

• Full in‑person training
• Accredited certification exam
• Live exam proctoring
• Official Food Protection Manager Certification (pending exam results)

Everything is included. No surprise add‑ons.

✔ Same‑Day Certification

Complete the course, take the exam, and receive your certification—all in one day.

✔ Top‑Rated Instructors

Students consistently praise our instructors for being engaging, knowledgeable, and supportive, with clear explanations and real‑world examples that make learning easy and enjoyable.

✔ Approved for Illinois & Chicago

This single course satisfies:

• Illinois Food Protection Manager Certification
• City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate (optional add‑on)

✔ Ideal for All Experience Levels

Designed for food service managers, chefs, cooks, catering teams, food truck operators, school and daycare nutrition staff, healthcare food service departments, cottage food operators, and anyone responsible for food safety or kitchen operations—including those new to the industry.

Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Credential

The official name of this certification is the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). In Illinois and Chicago, this is the recognized credential required to meet state and local food safety regulations. Many people use informal or slang names—such as Food Safety Manager, Food Sanitation Manager, PIC Manager, FSSMC, Sanitation License, or Food Manager License—but they all refer to this same state‑approved CFPM certification.

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Optional Add‑On: Food Protection Essentials

Upgrade your registration with our bestselling book, Food Protection Essentials: A Guide for Food Protection Managers, available in eBook or print.

• The course covers the book content
• A copy is recommended for all food establishments
• The book is not required to take or pass the class

What to Expect

• Instructor‑led, in‑person training
• Clear, practical food safety instruction
• Proctored, accredited exam
• Same‑day certification upon passing

Important: Students must bring a laptop, tablet, Chromebook, or Smartphone to take the final exam. 

Build or Advance Your Food Safety Career

Join us in Chicago for a fast, effective, and fully approved certification experience. Learn, connect with industry peers, and walk out fully certified—all in one day.