ANAB accredited · Not valid in NYC or Nassau County
New York 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. Accepted by many New York county health departments outside New York City.
- 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
Not for New York City or Nassau County, which require their own certificates. Exam requires a laptop, desktop or Chromebook with webcam and microphone. Phones and tablets are not supported.
Where Is This Certificate Accepted in New York?
New York food service permits are issued by local health departments, so food manager rules vary by county. Check your county before you enroll.
Accepted in many counties
Counties That Accept ANSI-Accredited Certificates
- Suffolk County lists Always Food Safe as an approved Food Manager provider and accepts equivalent certificates issued within the prior 3 years. A certified person must be on premises during all hours of operation.
- Cattaraugus County requires most food service establishments to have a supervisor or manager trained through an accredited program meeting ANSI Conference for Food Protection standards.
- Monroe County requires a Level 1 Food Manager (5-year certification) for high- and medium-risk facilities and points operators to nationally accredited training providers.
- Other counties set their own rules. Call your county health department to confirm before you buy.
Sources: Suffolk County · Cattaraugus County · Monroe County · NYS DOH
Not accepted
New York City & Nassau County
- New York City (all five boroughs) requires a supervisor with an NYC Health Department Food Protection Certificate. The final exam must be taken in person. Always Food Safe does not meet this requirement.
- Nassau County requires a Nassau County certified person in each high-risk food establishment. Nassau accepts its own and Suffolk County course certificates, not this one.
- If your establishment is in NYC or Nassau County, please do not purchase this course.
Sources: NYC Business · Always Food Safe · Nassau County
How to Get Certified in 4 Steps
- 1
Enroll online
Purchase the $179.95 New York 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 New York 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 employer or county health inspector.
Nationally recognized
Always Food Safe’s exam is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), the same accreditation standard held by ServSafe®.
New York Food Manager Course Topics
The course covers the knowledge county 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.
New York Food Manager Certification FAQs
Is food manager certification required in New York?
Requirements are set by local health departments, so they vary by county. Many counties, including Suffolk, Monroe and Cattaraugus, require a certified food manager or a supervisor trained through an accredited program.
Is this certificate accepted in New York City?
No. New York City requires a supervisor with an NYC Health Department Food Protection Certificate, and Always Food Safe does not meet that requirement. If your establishment is in any of the five boroughs, please do not purchase this course.
Is this certificate accepted in Nassau County?
No. Nassau County requires a Nassau County certified person in each high-risk food establishment and accepts its own and Suffolk County course certificates.
Is this certificate accepted in Suffolk County?
Yes. Suffolk County lists Always Food Safe as an approved Food Manager certification provider. Suffolk accepts equivalent certificates issued within the prior 3 years.
How do I know if my county accepts it?
Call your county health department before you enroll and ask whether it accepts an ANSI/ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager certificate from Always Food Safe.
Can I take the New York 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 certificate is valid for five years. Some counties set shorter periods; for example, Suffolk County accepts equivalent certificates issued within the prior 3 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 take the course and exam in Spanish?
Yes. The course and exam are available in English and Spanish. Remote proctors give their directions in English.
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, and both are listed as approved providers by Suffolk County.
Start Your New York Food Manager Certification Today
Course, remote-proctored exam, second attempt and 5-year certificate — one price. Not valid in New York City or Nassau County.
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