National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP)
CFM — Certified Food Manager (NRFSP)
The Certified Food Manager exam from the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) is an alternative food protection manager exam. NRFSP states that passing is a scaled score of 75 or higher, which is not a percentage. Whether your state or county accepts it is decided locally, so confirm with your health department.
See nrfsp.com
Cost
Up to 5 years (your regulator may require sooner)
Validity
Medium
Difficulty
Retake the exam; your local health department may require recertification sooner
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 exam; your local health department may require recertification sooner
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