ANSI/ANAB accredited · Recognized in the Kansas Food Code
Kansas Food Manager Certification Online Course + Remote Proctored Exam
Train at your own pace, then take your proctored exam from home or the office. No testing center, no appointment. Under the Kansas Food Code, being a Certified Food Protection Manager is one way your person in charge can demonstrate food safety knowledge to KDA inspectors.
- Self-paced video course in English or Spanish
- 80-question ANAB-accredited exam with remote proctor included
- Second exam attempt included at no extra cost
- Certificate valid for 5 years
Exam requires a laptop, desktop or Chromebook with webcam and microphone. Phones and tablets are not supported.
Do You Need Food Manager Certification in Kansas?
Kansas does not have a statewide requirement to employ a certified food manager. But the Kansas Food Code requires the person in charge to demonstrate food safety knowledge, and certification is the most reliable way to do it.
Kansas Food Code — K.A.R. 4-28-8
What Kansas Requires
- Kansas adopts the Kansas Food Code dated October 20, 2022, enforced by the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA).
- During inspections and upon request, the person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles and Code requirements.
- Being a certified food protection manager from an accredited program is one way to demonstrate that knowledge. The others are having no priority violations during the inspection or correctly answering the inspector’s questions.
Sources: K.A.R. 4-28-8 · Kansas Register, May 18, 2023
Kansas Department of Agriculture
Why Kansas Operators Certify
- KDA says food establishments may find employing a certified manager helps improve compliance with food safety requirements.
- KDA points operators to CFP-accredited programs listed by ANSI. The Always Food Safe exam is ANAB accredited to that standard.
- Employers, franchisors and some local permits may require certification, and it carries to states that require it.
How to Get Certified in 4 Steps
- 1
Enroll online
Purchase the $179.95 Kansas package. Your login details arrive by email.
- 2
Complete the video course
Self-paced on any device. Chapter quizzes and a practice exam show what to review.
- 3
Take the proctored exam
On a laptop, desktop or Chromebook with webcam and mic. No scheduling required.
- 4
Get your certificate
See your score immediately. Pass and receive your 5-year Food Protection Manager certificate.
What’s Included in the Kansas Package
Video-based training
Self-paced online video course that you can pause and resume around your work schedule. Available in English and Spanish.
Quizzes & practice exam
Chapter quizzes and a full practice exam highlight weak areas so you can review before the real test.
Remote-proctored exam
80-question ANAB-accredited exam taken from home or office with an on-demand online proctor. The session works much like a video call.
Second attempt included
If you do not pass the first time, your second exam attempt is included in the package price.
5-year certificate
Pass and receive a Food Protection Manager certificate from Always Food Safe, valid for five years, to keep at your establishment and show your KDA inspector.
Nationally recognized
Always Food Safe’s exam is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), the same accreditation standard held by ServSafe®.
Kansas Food Manager Course Topics
The course covers the knowledge KDA inspectors expect a certified manager or person in charge to demonstrate.
- Introduction — responsibilities of a Food Protection Manager
- Contamination — hazards and major food allergens
- The Food Handler — personal hygiene and work attire
- Time & Temperature Control
- Purchasing to Storeroom — receiving and storage
- Preparation — thawing, prepping and cooking
- Service — holding and serving food safely
- Cleaning & Sanitizing
- Food Safety Management — building a food safety system
- Facilities & Pest Management
Before You Order: Remote Exam Requirements
You will need
- A laptop, desktop or Chromebook with webcam and microphone
- Windows 10+, macOS 10.14+ or ChromeOS
- Google Chrome browser (version 120 or newer)
- Internet speed of at least 1.5 Mbps down / 750 Kbps up
- A current, government-issued photo ID
- A private, quiet room where no one walks in and out
Not supported
- Mobile phones, iPads and other tablets
- Onn / Surf Onn, Amcrest and Nexigo webcams
Exams are available in English and Spanish. Proctors give directions in English.
Kansas Food Manager Certification FAQs
Is food manager certification required in Kansas?
Not statewide. Kansas does not require food establishments to employ a certified food protection manager. The Kansas Food Code does require the person in charge to demonstrate food safety knowledge, and certification is one of the ways to do that. Employers or local jurisdictions may set their own requirements.
How does the person in charge demonstrate knowledge in Kansas?
Under the Kansas Food Code, the person in charge can demonstrate knowledge by having no priority violations during the current inspection, by being a certified food protection manager from an accredited program, or by correctly answering the inspector’s questions about the operation.
Why get certified if Kansas doesn’t require it?
Certification documents your knowledge before an inspection rather than relying on a clean inspection or answering questions on the spot. The Kansas Department of Agriculture notes that employing a certified manager may help improve compliance. Many employers and franchisors also require it.
Which Kansas Food Code applies?
K.A.R. 4-28-8 adopts the Kansas Food Code dated October 20, 2022, published by the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Lodging program.
Is the Always Food Safe certification accepted in Kansas?
Yes. KDA refers operators to food protection manager certification programs accredited under Conference for Food Protection standards and listed by ANSI. The Always Food Safe Food Protection Manager exam is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB).
I work in the Kansas City area. Does Missouri’s side have different rules?
Yes, rules can differ across the state line. Establishments in Kansas City, Missouri follow Missouri and local requirements. Check with the health department where your establishment is located.
Can I take the Kansas food manager exam online?
Yes. The exam is taken online with a remote proctor from your home or office. No scheduling is required. You need a laptop, desktop or Chromebook with a webcam and microphone, a government-issued photo ID and a private room.
How long is the certificate valid?
The Always Food Safe Food Protection Manager certificate is valid for five years.
What does the $179.95 package include?
The package includes the self-paced online video course, chapter quizzes and practice exam, the ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager exam, the remote proctor fee, a second exam attempt if needed, and the 5-year certificate.
What happens if I fail the exam?
Your package includes two exam attempts. If you do not pass the first attempt, you can take the exam a second time at no additional cost.
Can I use my phone or tablet for the exam?
No. Mobile phones, iPads and tablets are not supported for the proctored exam. You can study the course on any device, but the exam requires a laptop, desktop or Chromebook with a webcam and microphone.
Is this certification equivalent to ServSafe?
Yes. Both Always Food Safe and ServSafe are ANAB-accredited food protection manager certification programs that meet Conference for Food Protection standards.
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