Owners, operators, managers and chefs are trained and certified at this level. The FDA Food Code mandates there always be at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) in the operation during times food is being handled. Many operations are required to certify multiple CFPMs to accommodate extended operating hours and sick/vacation time, while some choose to certify several CFPMs to strengthen their commitment to food safety.
All our classes are led by Certified ServSafe® Instructors who are industry professionals with decades of experience in foodservice management and food and alcohol safety training.
FSA Training holds monthly classes in multiple convenient locations throughout Florida. Students can view the class schedule and register online at www.fsatraining.com or phone 888-372-3232 for assistance.
Upon registration, students receive a downloadable study guide in English and Spanish, which should be reviewed before attending the class and exam. Classes consist of a five-hour review session and 80-questions practice exam, followed by the ServSafe® exam.
The exam is taken “paper and pencil” and must be completed within two hours. Exams are graded by the National Restaurant Association in Chicago, with results and a printable certificate generally being available online within 5-10 days. The ServSafe® certificate is valid for 5 years and is recognized nationally. $168 per student
Food Manager Certification (ServSafe® is one example) is a nationally recognized credential that demonstrates a manager’s knowledge of food safety practices, including:
In Florida, most food operations are required to have at least one certified food manager on staff, present in the operation at all times that food is being handled.
Yes. Florida law and the FDA Model Food Code, which Florida has adopted, require that:
This certification helps ensure compliance with Florida’s Food Code.
This certification is required for:
No, they are two unique programs. Each is required for a unique set of hospitality employees.
Food Manager certification is required for those that manage food operations: Chefs, Sous Chefs, Managers, Directors, etc. Many operations also choose to certify others, line cooks for example, at this level.
Food Handler training is required in Florida for staff members. The FDA Food Code defines Food Handler (Food Employee) as one that “works with exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, linens, or unwrapped single-service or single-use articles.” That means everyone who is not a certified Food Manager.
The course covers essential food safety principles, including:
Getting certified with FSA Training is simple:
FSA Training’s one day program makes it easy and convenient for you to get certified.
The ServSafe® Food Protection Manager exam is a nationally recognized test that evaluates your knowledge of food safety. ServSafe® is a proprietary program owned and administered by the National Restaurant Association.
The exam is accredited by the National Restaurant Association, ANSI ANAB certified, and accepted nationwide.
The National Restaurant Association sets a 5-year standard, but it is not guaranteed in all states. Local, state, county, municipal or employer regulations may vary. While Florida accepts the 5-year period, you should always check with your local regulatory authority.
Pricing varies depending on the provider, but FSA Training offers:
No, but FSA Training highly recommends that you do. While you can take the exam without training, most people benefit from a structured class because it:
FSA Training classes are designed to help you pass on the first attempt.
No. While some other providers do provide online training and testing, we feel that the instructor-led training model offers the best results for the students.
Yes. We will bring the training to your operation for 5 or more students. Training your team in a private environment offers many benefits. Most importantly, classroom discussion can then center on your operation, policies and practices. Phone 888-372-3232 to discuss a private class at your establishment.
If you don’t pass, you can arrange with our office to attend another class at a discounted rate. You can take the test twice within a 30-day period, then you must wait 60 days to take it again. You are allowed 4 attempts in a year.
FSA Training stands out because we are nearing our 20th year as a leading ServSafe® resource in Florida. Our professional instructors are food safety subject matter experts and experienced hospitality professionals.
Getting started is easy:
We can provide a private class for you and your staff in the comfort of your own facility for a group of five or more. Private classes are conducted in the same manner as public classes, but with a dedicated instructor just for your team.
If all students can bring a laptop or tablet with a reliable internet connection, the ServSafe® exam can be administered online, with results and certificates available immediately following the class.
$160 per student, plus instructor fee.
* The exam is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Canadian French. For exam languages other than English or Spanish, please phone our office 888.372.3232. Exams are proctored the same day and taken by paper & pencil, with results are available online within ten to fourteen days.
At FSA Training, our focus is on you, the student. Upon registration, you will be directed to our “Welcome” page, which fully describes the classroom experience and provides links to download our FSA Study Guide in English or Spanish. Even for those who are recertifying, all students should review the study guide and complete the practice exam prior to attending the class.
Classes are presented in English by a ServSafe® Certified Instructor/Exam Proctor. All our instructors are hospitality professionals with decades of practical experience in foodservice management and food safety training. Reading the study guide and attending the class gives you the best opportunity to pass the exam on the first attempt.
4,000,000 hospitality professionals nationwide have been awarded the nationally recognized ServSafe® Food Manager Certification
The Florida-approved ServSafe® Food Manager certification is recognized nationally and has been awarded to more than 4,000,000 industry professionals. Train with us and become a Certified Food Protection Manager today!
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