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Whether you are a restaurant owner, kitchen manager, or aspiring chef, the StateFoodSafety Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Exam provides the nationally recognized credential you need to demonstrate your food safety leadership. Fully accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), our exam meets the highest standards for food safety regulation and is accepted by health departments nationwide.
Why Choose StateFoodSafety?
We make getting certified simple, accessible, and efficient so you can get back to managing your kitchen.
- 100% Online & Remote: Skip the testing center. Take your proctored exam from the comfort of your home or office using our secure online proctoring service.
- Nationally Accredited: Our exam is ANAB-accredited (ID #1020), ensuring it meets the Conference for Food Protection (CFP) standards required by most state and local health departments.
- Instant Certification: No waiting weeks for mail. Pass your exam and download your official Food Safety Manager Certificate immediately.
- User-Friendly Platform: Experience a modern testing interface designed to be intuitive and stress-free.
Exam Options & Proctoring
To maintain accreditation standards, all CFPM exams must be proctored. We offer flexible solutions to fit your schedule:
The Nitty-Gritty: Exam Details
Everything you need to know before you hit “Start.”
- Format: 75 multiple-choice questions.
- Time Limit: 2 hours (most candidates finish in under 60 minutes).
- Passing Score: 75%.
- Validity: Certification is valid for 5 years in most jurisdictions.
- Prerequisites: No prior training is federally required to take the exam, but our Food Safety Manager Training Course is highly recommended to ensure you pass on the first try.
What Is Covered?
The exam assesses your knowledge in critical areas of food safety management:
- Personal Hygiene: Employee health, handwashing, and sickness reporting.
- Food Contamination Prevention: Cross-contamination, allergens, and physical hazards.
- Equipment & Utensils: Cleaning, sanitizing, and maintenance.
- Facility Design: Pest control, plumbing, and waste management.
- Managerial Responsibilities: Training staff, HAACP plans, and regulatory compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this exam the same as ServSafe®? Yes, in terms of validity. The StateFoodSafety CFPM exam is ANAB-accredited, just like ServSafe, NRFSP, and Prometric. It is recognized as an equivalent certification by health inspectors across the United States.
What technology do I need for the online exam? You will need a desktop or laptop computer (tablets/phones are not supported), a working webcam, a microphone, and a stable internet connection. You must also have a private, quiet room to take the test.
When do I get my scores? You will receive your unofficial score immediately upon finishing the exam. Your official certificate will be available for download in your account dashboard as soon as your session is verified.
HRBUniversal 2026 Pricing
- Under 5 days before the Course & Exam Ticket – $189
- 14 – 5 Days Before the Course & Exam Ticket – $169
- 15 More Days Before the Course & Exam Ticket – $149
- Exam Only – $99
