ANAB accredited CFPM exam
Missouri 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. Get the Certified Food Protection Manager credential that Missouri cities and counties such as St. Louis require.
- 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 Missouri?
It depends on where you operate. Missouri’s state Food Code does not require certified food managers, but many city and county health departments do. Check with the agency that inspects your establishment.
Missouri DHSS — State Food Code
Statewide Rules
- Missouri DHSS says the current state Food Code does not require food managers to be certified.
- The person in charge must still demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles and Food Code requirements, and train and supervise staff.
- A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate is a recognized way to prove that knowledge.
- DHSS advises checking with your local public health agency before certifying, because local agencies set their own requirements.
Local health departments
Where It Is Required
- City of St. Louis: designate a person in charge with a certificate in food safety management for all hours of operation or each shift, on site during operations. A food manager certificate is part of the permit application.
- St. Louis County: county code requires at least one person in a responsible management position to hold a Food Service Certificate of Approval, renewed every five years. Ask the county how it issues this certificate.
- Kansas City: choose either a certified food service operations manager on duty at all times, or KCHD food handler cards for 80% of food handler staff. Ask KCHD whether you also need a city-issued manager card.
Sources: City of St. Louis · St. Louis County Code · Kansas City Health Department
How to Get Certified in 4 Steps
- 1
Enroll online
Purchase the $179.95 Missouri 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 Missouri 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 show your local health department inspector.
Nationally recognized
Always Food Safe’s exam is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), the same accreditation standard held by ServSafe®.
Missouri Food Manager Course Topics
The course covers the knowledge Missouri health 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.
Missouri Food Manager Certification FAQs
Is food manager certification required in Missouri?
Not statewide. Missouri DHSS says the current state Food Code does not require food managers to be certified. Many local health departments, including the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County and Kansas City, have their own manager requirements.
What does Missouri require of the person in charge?
The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles and Food Code requirements, and is responsible for training and supervising staff. A Certified Food Protection Manager certificate is a recognized way to show that knowledge.
Does the City of St. Louis require a certified food manager?
Yes. The City of St. Louis requires a designated person in charge with a certificate in food safety management for all hours of operation or for each shift, on site during operations, and lists a food manager certificate in its permit application materials.
What does St. Louis County require?
St. Louis County code requires at least one person in a responsible management position to hold a Food Service Certificate of Approval, renewed every five years. Contact St. Louis County Public Health to confirm how the certificate is issued.
What does Kansas City require?
Kansas City establishments choose one option: a certified food service operations manager present and on duty at all times, who presents a food manager permit or card at inspection, or KCHD food handler cards for 80 percent of required food handler staff. Ask KCHD whether a city-issued manager card is also needed.
Is the Always Food Safe certification accepted in Missouri?
The Always Food Safe Food Protection Manager exam is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under Conference for Food Protection standards. Missouri DHSS advises checking with your local public health agency to confirm which certifications meet local requirements.
Can I take the Missouri 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?
Both the Always Food Safe and ServSafe food manager exams are accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under the Conference for Food Protection standards.
Start Your Missouri Food Manager Certification Today
Course, remote-proctored exam, second attempt and 5-year certificate — one price.
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