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Add to cart Add to cart Select the state you work in: Select language: Add to Cart View Ohio Certification Products Louisiana # Louisiana Food Protection Manager Certification ANAB-accredited Remote-proctored exam Available in English and Spanish The Bureau of Sanitation Services’ Retail Food Program within the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) Office of Public Health requires all retail food establishments to have at least one State Food Safety Certificate holder present on-site during all hours of operation. Foodservice managers in Louisiana are required to complete a certified food safety course and pass an exam to qualify for the Louisiana Food Safety Manager Certificate. Recertification is required every five years to maintain compliance with state regulations. $90.00 Add to Cart [Purchasing for your team? ](https://trust20.co/teams-old-2024) ![PDP - CFPM Exam Hero Image](https://trust20.co/hubfs/State%20PDP%20Hero%20Images/PDP%20-%20CFPM%20Exam%20Hero%20Image.svg) ![approved-provider](https://trust20.co/hubfs/Trust20%20Website%20Images/approved-provider.svg) Louisiana ## Trust20’s certification program is approved by the LDH Office of Public Health. *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.* ![product_pathway_01](https://trust20.co/hubfs/Images/State%20Pages/product_pathway_01.png) Food safety training is a mandatory part of earning a Food Safety Manager Certificate in Louisiana. Add Trust20's Food Protection Manager Training to your order to help you earn your Louisiana credentials. *This training was developed independently the certification exam. Taking Trust20's training does not guarantee you will pass any certification exam.* [Learn More ](https://trust20.co/food-protection-manager-certification-old) ## Frequently Asked Questions For more answers and step-by-step solutions to common concerns, visit our [Help Center](https://help.trust20.co). Is a Food Protection Manager Certification required in Louisiana? The Louisiana Administrative Code, Title 51, § XXIII-305, mandates that all retail food establishments must have at least one State Food Safety Certificate holder on-site during hours of operation. This ensures proper management of food safety practices in preparation, service, and storage. Is Trust20 an approved certification provider in the state of Louisiana? Yes, Trust20’s certification program is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and Conference for Food Protection (CFP), and is approved by the LDH as a certification provider. How do I get a Food Safety Manager Certificate in Louisiana? You must complete eight (8) hours of approved training and pass a proctored certification exam from an approved provider. Then, you must [complete an application online](https://ldh.la.gov/page/food-safety-certification) or by mail. Please note that Trust20 was approved as a training and exam provider in May 2025. You can view our approval letter [HERE](https://trust20.co/hubfs/Health%20Department%20PDFs/LDH%20Approval%20Letter%20For%20Relish%20Works%20May%202025.pdf). We have submitted a request to the LDH to be added to their website listings of approved providers.  Who inspects and regulates food safety in Louisiana? The Louisiana Department of Health's Bureau of Sanitarian Services oversees food safety compliance for retail food establishments across the state. However, it is local health departments and inspectors who enforce standards and ensure establishments meet the health and safety guidelines outlined in the Louisiana Administrative Code, Title 51. Where can I learn more about food safety in Louisiana? [Louisiana Administrative Code Title 51, Part XXIII, Section 305:](https://www.doa.la.gov/media/j3hnpfdy/51.pdf) Review comprehensive state regulations on retail food establishments, including requirements for certified food managers. [Louisiana Department of Health Retail Food Program: ](https://ldh.la.gov/page/retail-food)Access resources and application forms to obtain the Louisiana Food Safety Manager Certificate. Show all **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. ![ANAB_CFP_Mark](https://trust20.co/hubfs/ANAB-CFP%20Mark%20(RGB)_Color.png) Accreditation #9065 Trust20's certification program is ANAB-CFP accredited. 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