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Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)
License Description The Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is a leader for the food establishmentâ??s food safety team. The CFPM is recognized by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) 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 establishmentâ??s employees. MDH administers the Minnesota CFPM program for MDH, Minnesota Department of Agriculture (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.
 
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Licensing Agency
Minnesota Department of Health
Division of Health Policy and Systems Compliance
121 East Seventh Place or PO Box 64975
St. Paul, MN 55101
(651) 201 5000
Active Status Active
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Specific course required
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Tied to business
License Updated 10/13/2021
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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