Food Protection Manager Certifications

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The Food Protection Manager Certification + exam is offered in-person.

(8-hour, 1-day course).  

Curriculum is qualified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). It is a 6-hour course and 2-hour exam. We coordinate with attendees to schedule individualized or small group instruction (as few as 1 - 5 attendees), with flexibility to determine a mutually convenient date and time at our local facility or yours.


  • Option: Choose to add on local required City of Chicago Food Service Manager certificate filing.


  • For Organizations: Contact us to schedule workshops at your location for 6+ attendees for a 5% discounted group rate. See important FAQs on this page at far bottom.
Where will classes be held?  
  • Our in-person individual or small group classes are typically held at BUILD.  We offer flexibility to attendees when coordinating a suitable date and time.  
Is parking available?
  • Yes, free on-street parking is available.
How do I communicate my preferred date(s) and time(s) and how will it be confirmed? 
  • During the checkout process you are asked to provide preferred multiple dates and times.  You'll be contacted immediately to schedule the most convenient option.
​I have an organization and would like to schedule a group session at my facility. Can you accommodate us?
  • Yes.  For groups of 6 or more, please contact us to coordinate a location, date and time to facilitate a workshop at your location and discuss how to process payment for your group.  Feel free to call or submit an email to ‪[email protected] or 312-725-0462. ​
Are registrations refundable?
  • Purchased registrations are not refundable or transferable, so be sure to choose the date that best corresponds with your time availability. 
How will I receive a purchase confirmation?
  • After adding a product(s) to the cart and completing payment, an automatic receipt will be sent to you by email.  Retain it for your records. We will also have a file of your registration on the day of the class.
Should I bring anything the day of the class?
  • Be sure to bring a valid legal photo identification to verify your registration.  Accepted forms of identification consist of a state photo identification or driver's license.  For courses where an exam follows, you MUST bring your own laptop.  
What is the duration of the class?
  • The  Food Manager Certification class is 8 hours in lengthn (6-hour workshop and 2-hour exam).  It is a mandatory license for individuals who intend to operate a food service establishment as the person in charge (PIC).  Because the session requires great time commitment, we suggest that you arrive rested, alert and prepared to receive the curriculum.  Any related exams will follow the coursework. 
I’d like to have an instructor administer the course at my facility.  What technical and seating accommodations do I need to have?
  • A projection screen (Flat screen television/projector and screen, with wireless connection capability)
  • Reliable internet connection.
  • Laptop for each student for administration of the post-workshop exam.
  • A table or individual desks with  space between each attendee to ensure privacy during exam administration.
  • Quiet and clean environment.  Well lit with comfortable temperature.

​When will I receive my certificate?
  • Certificates will be made available electronically for exams that are successfully passed. Once exams close they are immediately graded, and certificates can be downloaded and printed.  
Now that I've passed the Servsafe Food Protection Manager exam and received my certificate, how do I obtain the required manager's certificate for the City of Chicago - and what is it?  
  • This additional certificate is a local requirement of City of Chicago which certifies that you are aware of and understand the local health code.  You will need to simply apply what is called "reciprocity."  Do this by submitting a few required documents that you have on hand and pay the required application fee of approximately $52.  There is no required exam.  Learn more and apply here: Apply for your City of Chicago reciprocal certificate.
  • As an option, we can facilitate filing of your City of Chicago manager's certificate application for you.  Feel free to email or call us about this easy process.  Or, if you're enrolling in our manager's certificate course, you can simply add this filing on to your purchase here.
If I do not pass the Food Protection Manager exam can I re-take it?
  • Yes, you can re-take it.  We can make arrangements for the purchase and online administration  of a new online exam for $50.00.  You will need to purchase a new exam each time you need to retest.  You can take the examination twice within 30 days.  If you don't pass the exam on your 2nd attempt, then it is required that you wait 60 days from your most recent attempt before you take the exam once more.  There are no more than 4 attempts allowed with a 12-month period.  

What is your policy on attendee arrival times and cellphone usage?
  • There is a 15-minute grace period.  Arrival beyond this allotted timeframe requires that  the attendee reschedule for a future date.  Electronic devices/cell phones are not allowed while courses are being administered.  
Will you be offering classes for the Summer Food Service Sanitation certificate?  
Are you offering virtual classes and additional locations?
  • Currently, we are not offering virtual classes, however, we will be offering them in the near future.  We are open to additional suggested locations.
How can you be reached if I have additional questions?
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