Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)
Attention
CFPM course cancellation information found at Initial and Renewal Process.
Renewal Extension Effective March 17, 2020
Certified Food Protection Managers with State of Minnesota certificates expiring between March 17, 2020, and April 30, 2020, will be granted a six-month grace period to complete their four (4) contact hours of approved continuing education. Renewal applications remain due within six months of the expiration date of the state certificate.
The Minnesota certified food protection manager (CFPM) is a leader for the food establishment’s food safety team. The CFPM is recognized by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) as meeting specific training requirements, and helps reduce the risk of foodborne illness by demonstrating safe food handling practices and sharing food safety knowledge with the food establishment’s employees. MDH administers the Minnesota CFPM program for MDH, MDA and delegated agencies.
Minnesota Food Code
CFPM requirements for food establishments, exemptions, initial and renewal training requirements, and certification process
CFPM Fact Sheet
Information about CFPM duties in Minnesota, required training, initial and renewal certification, approved exams, application forms and frequently asked questions
Initial and Renewal Process
A description of required training, approved exams for initial certification, downloadable applications, and other useful tips
Instructors
Instructor qualifications, continuing education course requirements, and application for instructors and courses
Tools and Resources
CFPM look-up (search by name or FM number), initial course, exam and continuing education search tool, downloadable CFPM applications, and other helpful resources for CFPMs, CFPM instructors and environmental health professionals
CFPM Requirements
All food establishments are required to employ a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM), except for those listed under the exemptions.
