About the Texas Food Safety Manager
Certification Program
(also en Espanol)
At Classroom Online we know what it takes to get you educated and certified with the Texas Department of State Health Services. Our Food Safety Manager Certification Examination is the Texas Department of State Health Services approved Food Protection Management Examination. Score a 75% or higher on the exam and an electronic certificate will be available for you to download.
Online Texas Food Safety Certification
Introducing the most simple, cost-effective and hassle free way to obtain your Texas food safety certification. Earn your Texas food safety manager certification entirely online anytime. Our comprehensive online exam and optional prep course is fully approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (formerly TDH) and accepted statewide in Texas! Enroll now, pass the exam and print your certificate!
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(also en Espanol)
CLASSROOM ONLINE in association with 360Training offers stand alone versions of the prep course, certification exam as well as a convenient package.
CLASSROOM ONLINE/360Training's Learn2Serve food safety examination is approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services & offers the official Texas Food Protection Manager Certification required in Texas. You may choose to only take the online examination (known as "challenging" the exam) or take the optional 8 hr prep course that will prepare you for the exam.
- Note: You will have only ONE attempt to pass the exam. If you do not pass you will be required to re-register and try again. Therefore we recommend taking the prep course if this is your first time to take this examination. The online certification exam is available and valid for the State of Texas only.
- NOTE: You cannot log-out once the test in progress. If you log-out of the course before completing the exam, you will have to purchase another exam. Please log-in to the exam when you are ready to sit and complete the test within ninety (90) minutes. We will remind you about all of these important details after you enroll and login. You can count on Classroom Online and 360 Training to help you become a certified food safety manager.
Food Safety Manager Certification Examination + Prep Course
Approval through Learn2Serve.com by Texas Department of State Health Services The Learn2Serve Food Manager Certification Examination and Prep Course is an education package which includes the Food Safety Manager Training preparation course and the Texas Department of State Health Services approved Food Protection Management Examination. When the student successfully passes the exam, an electronic certificate will be available for download.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to effectively:
- Discuss food safety, its importance, and those who enforce it
- Identify foodborne illness and its causes
- Identify biological, physical, and chemical contamination
- Describe preservation and temperature control
- Discuss the importance of proper personal hygiene in the workplace
- Implement appropriate procedures to receive and store food
- Discuss cleaning, sanitization, pest control, and facility design
- Create and implement the HACCP system
Course Outline
Lesson 1: Introduction to Food Safety (60 minutes)
- What Is Food Safety
- Management in Food Safety
- Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
- Regulations
- Permits and Inspections
Lesson 2: Biohazards, Foodborne Disease, and Food Spoilage (30 minutes)
- What is a Biohazard?
- Viruses and Parasites
- Bacteria
- Foodborne Disease
- Common Foodborne Illnesses
- Food Spoilage
Lesson 3: Contaminants (20 minutes)
- Three Kinds of Contamination
- Biological Contamination
- Physical Contamination
- Chemical Contamination
Lesson 4: Foods and Temperature Control (45 minutes)
- Potentially Hazardous Foods
- Food Allergies and Allergens
- Preservation
- Types of Preservation
- Temperature Control
- Thermometers
Lesson 5: Employee Health, Hygiene, and Training (20 minutes)
- Employee Health and Hygiene
- Hand Washing
- Skin, Hair, Mouth, Nose, and Throat
- Clothing, Perfume, and Jewelry
- Employee Sickness
- Food Personnel Training
Lesson 6: Purchasing, Receiving, and Storing Food (25 minutes)
- Purchasing
- Receiving
- Storage
Lesson 7: Cleaning and Sanitizing (25 minutes)
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Detergents
- Trash Disposal
Lesson 8: Pest Control (20 minutes)
- Pest Control
- Eradication
- Prevention
Lesson 9: Facility Design (45 minutes)
- General Plan Review Components
- Building Design
- Identifying, Monitoring, and Maintaining Safe Water Sources
Lesson 10: HACCP System Basics (25 minutes)
- The HACCP System
- Implementing the Seven Principles
- Foodborne Hazards
- Team Involvement
Lesson 11: FDA Guidelines for Developing a HACCP System (25 minutes)
- Introduction to HACCP
- Prerequisite Programs
- Education and Training
- Preliminary Steps to Developing a HACCP Plan
Lesson 12: Developing, Implementing, and Maintaining a HACCP Plan (60 minutes)
- Introduction
- Applying HACCP Principles to a HACCP Plan
- Conduct a Hazard Analysis
- Determine CCPs
- Establish Critical Limits
- Establish Monitoring Procedures
- Establish Corrective Actions
- Establish Verification Procedures
- Establish Record-keeping and Documentation Procedures
- Implementing and Maintaining a HACCP Plan
Lesson 13: Seafood HACCP (20 minutes)
- Reducing Hazards with HACCP
- Additional Protections
- A Safe Seafood Supply
- How to Spot a Safe Seafood Seller
- Figuring Out What is Fresh
Lesson 14: Consumer Steps to Safer Seafood (20 minutes)
- Choosing Seafood
- Storing Seafood
- Preparing Seafood
- Cooking Seafood
- Serving Seafood
- Who is at Risk?
FAQs for Texas Food Safety Certification Exam and Prep Course
- Does this course meet the Texas Food Protection Management exam requirement?
- Is the purchase of the online training prep course required in order to enroll in the exam?
- Is there a time limit on the exam?
- What happens if I have technical problems?
- When will I receive my certificate?
- What score do I need to pass the exam?
Does this course meet the Texas Food Protection Management exam requirement?
Yes, this course has been approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services and meets the training requirement and exam requirement of the Texas Food Establishment Rules.
What happens if I fail the exam? If a student fails the exam, a new exam must be purchased and the student must retake the exam and pass with a 75% or higher to receive their online certificate.
Is the purchase of the online training prep course required in order to enroll in the exam?
No, a student can just enroll for the certification exam without the prep course. The prep course and the training package are available to help prepare the student for the exam & provide food safety principles to benefit their establishment. The prep course is not required to meet the state training requirement.
Is there a time limit on the exam?
There is a ninety(90) minute exam time limit.
What happens if I have technical problems?
We have a 24 hour service to assist e-learning students with any technical issues,
When will I receive my certificate?
You'll receive both an online electronic certificate & wallet-sized card for your records after successfully passing the exam. You will receive a Food Protection Manager’s Certificate in the mail within 10 - 14 business days.
What score do I need to pass the exam?
The exam must be passed with a 75% or higher in order to meet the Texas state requirement.
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