Maryland Food Manager Certification

Training, exam, and certification — all in one place

  • Maryland-Approved. ANAB–CFP Accredited.
FoodSafePal Food Manager Certification Certificate

How to Earn Your Food Manager Certification

1. Enroll

Choose training, exam, or both, and checkout in a few clicks — quick and secure.

2. Train, Test, or Both — All Online

Complete your training at your own pace, take your proctored exam online, or both — no scheduling hassles, no testing center required.

3. Get Certified

Pass your exam and your CFPM certification is issued instantly. Download, print, or email it on the spot.

Choose Your Path to Food Manager Certification

Training, exam, or both. Find the right fit.

Food Manager Training

$125
Great for preparing and studying ahead of time
  • Complete, focused training. No fluff.
  • Self-paced. Review as much as needed — 100% online.
  • 75-question mock test with answer reveal
  • Free online proctor
  • Provides food manager certification with passing score
Start Studying

Food Manager Exam

$99
Best for experienced managers ready to test
  • Complete, focused training. No fluff.
  • Self-paced. Review as much as needed — 100% online.
  • 75-question mock test with answer review
  • Free online proctor
  • Provides food manager certification with passing score
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Food Manager Training + Exam

$159
Perfect for full prep and certification in one
  • Complete, focused training. No fluff.
  • Self-paced. Review as much as needed — 100% online.
  • 75-question mock test with answer reveal
  • Free online proctor
  • Provides food manager certification with passing score
Train and Certify Now

Common Questions About Our Food Manager Certification

A food manager certification — officially called the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification — proves that a food service manager has the knowledge to oversee safe food handling practices. Most states require at least one certified food manager per establishment. It’s earned by passing a nationally accredited exam and is valid for five years.

No. There are no prerequisites to sit for the food manager certification exam. You can purchase and take the exam directly — no training required. That said, most people choose to train first to feel confident and avoid the cost of retaking the exam. FoodSafePal offers training, the exam, or both — you choose what you need.

Yes. FoodSafePal is ANAB-CFPM Accredited — the same national standard required by health departments and employers across the country. Your certification will be recognized wherever an accredited food manager certification is required.

That depends on your path. Training typically takes a few hours and is completely self-paced. The exam is 75 questions with a 90-minute time limit. Once you pass, your certification is issued instantly — no waiting, no mailing, no delays.

Every exam purchase includes one free retake. If you don’t pass on your first attempt, you can retake the exam at no additional cost.

FoodSafePal and ServSafe are both ANAB-CFPM Accredited, which means they meet the exact same national standard and are accepted by the same health departments and employers. The certification you earn through FoodSafePal carries the same weight — with a simpler process and a clearer path to getting certified.

The CFPM certification is valid for five years from the date you pass the exam. Renewal requires passing the exam again — no additional training required.

Ready to Become a Certified Food Manager?