Illinois

Illinois Food Protection Manager Certification Exam

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The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) requires food establishments to have a certified food protection manager on premises during all hours of operation. Managers in Illinois must complete eight hours of training and pass a certification exam from an approved provider.

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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.

Does Illinois require food protection manager certification?

Yes, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) requires every foodservice establishment to be under the supervision of a certified food protection manager, sometimes referred to as a certified food service sanitation manager. Anyone preparing or packaging food as a product within a cottage food operation must also earn their certified food protection manager credentials.

Is Trust20’s Food Protection Manager Certification approved in Illinois?

Yes, Trust20 is an approved provider of food manager certification in Illinois. The IDPH recognizes all providers listed on the ANAB website, and we are listed as Relish Works, Inc. (DBA: Trust20).

Are Trust20’s food manager products accepted by the City of Chicago?

Yes. Once you have completed Trust20’s Food Manager Training and passed the Food Protection Manager Certification Exam, you must submit a copy of your credentials, a training hours verification form, a copy of a valid photo ID, a completed application, and a submission fee to the City of Chicago. Upon completing the course and passing your exam, Trust20 helps with this process by providing the appropriate documents required by the City of Chicago.

Where can I learn more about Trust20’s food manager products?

You can visit Trust20’s food manager training and food protection manager certification pages to learn more about each individual product.

Are Trust20’s food manager products accredited?

Yes, Trust20’s food manager training course is accredited by the ANSI Accreditation Board (ANAB), and our certification exam is accredited by ANAB and the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). Both are approved for use by the IDPH and the City of Chicago.

Where can I learn more about food safety in Illinois?

Illinois Department of Public Health on Food Safety: Learn more about how the IDPH protects food safety for Illinois residents.

Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act: Read the regulations that pertain to food managers from the Compiled Statutes of the Illinois General Assembly.

Illinois Food Code: Review the Illinois Food Code to learn about all the rules that govern foodservice businesses in Illinois.

Chicago Food Code: Learn about the food safety requirements specific to the City of Chicago.

Chicago Department of Public Health - Foodservice Sanitation Manager Certificate: Read about the requirements for managers in Chicago.

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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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Illinois Food Protection Manager Certification Exam

Trust20’s certification program is approved by the IDPH.

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