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National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP)

CFM — Certified Food Manager (NRFSP)

The Certified Food Manager credential from NRFSP is an ANSI/CFP-accredited alternative to ServSafe Manager and is accepted in the majority of states that require a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). The exam is 80 multiple-choice questions, requires 75% to pass, and is widely accepted in jurisdictions that have not formally endorsed ServSafe. CFM is the second-most-common foodservice manager credential after ServSafe Manager.

$75–$140 exam + $40–$100 coursebook

Cost

5 years (some states mandate 3)

Validity

Medium

Difficulty

Retake the CFM examination; no continuing-education requirement at the federal level

Renewal

Who is this credential for?

Foodservice managers who need a CFM credential in jurisdictions that do not accept ServSafe Manager

Renewal requirements

Retake the CFM examination; no continuing-education requirement at the federal level

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