Minnesota Food Manager
Initial certificate

Food Protection Manager Details

How Do I Register the Initial Course & Exam with the Minnesota Department of Health?

Once you have completed the Initial CFPM Course and passed the final exam, you must then submit your certificate to the Minnesota Department of Health and pay a fee to be registered. Just follow these steps:

1. Download your Responsible Training Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate to your computer. 
2. Go to the MN Department of Health Online Licensing System page.
3. Click Sign Up
4. Create an account using a valid email address.
5. Log into your new account and set up your profile.
6. Complete the Applicant Information form.
7. Enter the date on which you passed the final exam.
8. Upload the certificate that you downloaded in step 1.
9. Confirm the accuracy of the information and submit your application.
10. Pay $45 to the State of Minnesota 
    

The MN Department of Health will send your Minnesota CFPM Certificate, which is valid for 3 years.

How Do I register the Continuing Education Course with the Minnesota Department of Health?

After you have completed the Continuing Education refresher course, you must submit your certificate of completion to the MN Department of Health:

1. Download your Responsible Training Continuing Education Certificate to your computer. 
2. Go to the MN Department of Health Online Licensing System page.
3. Log into your existing account.
4. Upload the certificate that you downloaded in step 1.
5. Confirm the accuracy of the information and submit your application.
6. Pay $45 to the State of Minnesota. 
   

The MN Department of Health will send your Minnesota CFPM Certificate, which is valid for 3 years.

For help, visit the MN Department of Health Licensing Help Page.

How The Initial Course Works

Once you have completed the Initial CFPM Course, you are ready to take the exam. This exam will have a Remote Proctor, meaning that you will need a computer with a camera and audio, which allows a remote live proctor to observe you while you take the exam.

In order to take your certification exam, you must have a system that meets the requirements and a valid ID. Watch the video to see all the rules that our proctoring partner, Integrity Advocate, enforces to ensure the exam is taken securely. 

Once you’ve set up your exam area and the Integrity Advocate proctor has approved, you may begin the exam.

Your certification will become available in your account within 1-2 business days after passing the exam.

What will I be TEsted on?

This certification program will assess your knowledge and understanding in:

• Highly Susceptible Populations and FDA Food Code Terminology - 6%
• Foodborne Illness - 8%
• Health Inspections and Facility Maintenance - 5%
• Food Management Responsibilities - 8%
• Food Controls - 25%
• Proper Cleaning and Sanitizing Measures for Food Equipment - 17%
• Employee Hygiene - 6%
• Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) - 19%
• Proper Use of Chemicals and Pest Control - 6%
  
  

There are two possible test forms you can take. Both test forms are equivalent with the same minimum passing score of 75% +\- 0.1%.

Learn more about the Food Protection Manager Course and Exam from the Frequently Asked Questions.