Florida
Food Protection Manager
Florida
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).
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
My Food Service License provides online food handler training. Food handler training is optional in most areas of Florida and this course provides excellent food worker training to teach the important principles of food safety to food handlers.
Your local regulatory agency may have additional requirements. Please contact your local regulatory agency for more information.
Portions of the full certification training that only apply to food handlers who do not need to take an exam.
This training is a general food handler course. If your local health department requires a food handler card, you will need to take that course.
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:
When there are less than four employees engaged in a food establishment, the Certified Food Protection Manager does not have to be present on the premises at all times. State requirements could vary, check with the local health department.
Food Protection Manager: Required - Minimum one certified manager per facility. One per shift if 4 or more employees.
Food Handlers: Must take a Florida approved Food Handler Course if the job requires the service of food preparation, display, or storage. Local requirements could vary, check with the local health department.
Exceptions: None.
Manager Training Hours: Not required for certification but recommended.
Food Handler Course: Required state-approved course: 2 hours.
Food Manager Certification and Food Handler Certificate Renewal: Food Manager every 5 years; Food Handler every 3 years.
Please check with your local jurisdiction or regulatory body for the most current information.