Arizona

Food Protection Manager 

Arizona 

The My Food Service License Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Certification Program has been accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board in accordance with the Standard for Accreditation of Food Protection Manager Certification Programs (2021).

My Food Service License provides food safety training, exams, and educational materials to foodservice managers. 
 
Commonly known as the Food Safety Manager, CFPM, Food Sanitation Manager, PIC Manager, FSSMC, Food Safety Manager and more, the official certification is called the Certified Food Protection Manager.                                                                                                              
A Certified Food Protection Manager plays a significant role in keeping food safe and the ability to serve safe food. He/she has to protect the public from foodborne illness.
 

Anytime food is produced or served, it is recommended that at least one person should be working with a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) license . 

The My Food Service License Certified Food Protection Manager course teaches students how to  implement essential food safety practices to create a food safety culture. All content and materials are based on actual job tasks identified by food service subject matter experts. 

Our self-paced course gives students 24/7 access using a computer, smartphone, or tablet.  Students can also review any section that they choose to reinforce the training.  Our certification program is 100% online and self-paced.  Examinees can also take their ANAB-CFP Certification Exam on demand without the need to schedule a date and time.  

We aim to make the process as convenient as possible for all interested in achieving their certification. 

 

 

Food Handler Training 

In Mojave County, this course certificate still requires passing a test at the Health Department for a fee of $20.

My Food Service License online Food Handler Training course is approved for use in all other cities and counties in the State of Arizona, including Maricopa County. 

The course and examination take approximately 2 hours to complete and, on successful completion of the course, provides the trainee with a downloadable certificate and handler card. The certificate is provided for the establishment and the card is for the employee. 

This course uses state-of-the-art programming and can be used on all computers, tablets, and smartphones, without the need for any other downloads. 


Do not buy the Food Handler Training if you hold a valid Food Protection Manager Certification according to current food safety law.

This course takes approximately one hour to complete and, upon successful completion, provides a printable food handler certificate. This certificate is good for up to five years. 

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State Requirements:  Requirements differ between counties.

Food Protection Manager: Although certification is not mandatory in all counties, Food Protection Managers must demonstrate knowledge. Passing an accredited Food Safety Manager certification exam is one way to meet the requirement.

Food Handlers: Required - must take an approved course.

Exceptions: Maricopa, Coconino, and Pima counties require Food Protection Manager Certification.

Food Manager Certification and Food Handler Certificate Renewal: Every 3 years.

Please check with your local jurisdiction or regulatory body for the most current information.


Please check with your local jurisdiction or regulatory body for the most current information.