Alaska

Alaska Food Protection Manager Certification

ANAB-accredited

Complete online anytime, anywhere

Available in English and Spanish

The Food Safety and Sanitation Program within the Alaska Division of Environmental Health requires every food establishment to have at least one certified food protection manager (CFPM) on staff at all times. Managers must pass an exam from an approved, accredited program every five years to earn and maintain their certification credentials.

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Impartiality Statement: Trust20 understands and values the importance of impartiality in carrying out our certification activities. Trust20 has documented structures, policies, and procedures to manage conflicts of interest and ensure the objectivity of our certification activities. We identify and document any possibilities for conflicts of interest whether they arise from within or from the activities of related bodies. Trust20 will not provide certification to anybody related to a conflict of interest.

Is a food protection manager certification required in Alaska?

Yes, per Chapter 31 of the Alaska Administrative Code, every food establishment that serves or prepares unwrapped food must have at least one full-time CFPM on staff.

Is Trust20 recognized as an approved provider in Alaska?

Yes, Trust20’s certification program is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and Conference for Food Protection (CFP), which means that it meets Alaska's requirements to be an approved program. Trust20 is on the Alaska Food Safety and Sanitation Program’s list of approved providers.

Are there other requirements for food safety credentials in Alaska?

Yes, every food handler is required to obtain an Alaska Food Worker Card. This certification must be completed via the official state-provided training and exam, as Alaska does not accept third-party providers for food handler cards. All food workers must obtain their Alaska Food Worker Card within 30 days of hire at a foodservice establishment.

Where can I learn more about food safety regulations in Alaska?

Alaska Division of Environmental Health - Food Safety & Sanitation Program: They’re your go-to for state-level regulations and guidance.

Alaska Administrative Code - Chapter 31: Alaska’s food safety regulations, directly referencing the 2005 FDA Food Code.

Where can I learn more about Trust20’s Food Protection Manager Certification?

Visit Trust20’s Food Protection Manager Certification page to learn more about how the program was developed, how to schedule your exam session, and what domains you will be tested on in the certification process.

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Impartiality Statement: Trust20 understands and values the importance of impartiality in carrying out our certification activities. Trust20 has documented structures, policies, and procedures to manage conflicts of interest and ensure the objectivity of our certification activities. We identify and document any possibilities for conflicts of interest whether they arise from within or from the activities of related bodies. Trust20 will not provide certification to anybody related to a conflict of interest.

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Trust20's certification program is ANAB-CFP accredited.

Trust20's online, remote-proctored Certified Food Protection Manager exam is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and Conference for Food Protection (CFP). This exam meets the requirements for food manager certification in most states, but please confirm your local requirements with the health department.

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