Missouri

Food Protection Manager 

Missouri 

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. 

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Food Handler Training 

 

My Food Service License provides online food handler training. 

Six local public health agencies serving the Missouri portion of the Kansas City Metropolitan area are working together to increase the effectiveness of food handler education.

The permit from this course is valid in the following areas: Blue Springs, Buckner, Grain Valley, Grandview, Greenwood, Lake Lotawana, Lee's Summit, Lone Jack, Oak Grove, Raytown, Sugar Creek, and Unincorporated Jackson County.

If you wish to use this food handler training in Cass County, Clay County, Independence, Kansas City, or Platte County,
you will need to take a proctored exam. To take the proctored exam, you will need a current valid picture identification along with the certificate from this course. Please call 816-847-7070 to schedule a proctored exam.

If you purchase the incorrect course, you will have to pay an additional $10 transfer fee at the Kansas City Health Department.

Course is available in English and Spanish.

 

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State Requirements:  County requirements.

Food Protection Manager: Although certification is not required, managers must demonstrate knowledge, and passing an accredited Food Safety Manager certification exam is one way to meet the requirement.

Food Handlers: Recommended but not required.  

Exceptions: St. Peters, Jefferson, St. Louis, Franklin, Columbia, & St Peters counties require Food Manager certifications. Please note: Franklin County food service workers must obtain a permit/card from the health department.

Manager Training Hours: No regulations on training or specific training, but recommended.

Food Handler Course: Recommended but not required.

Food Manager Certification and Food Handler Certificate Renewal: Food Manager every 5 years; Food Handler every 5 years.

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