ServSafe Food Protection Manager

Course Description

ServSafe educates food service workers about food safety. ServSafe Food Protection Manager is the highest ServSafe certification. It satisfies Indiana requirements to become a Certified Food Protection manager and focuses on five aspects:

Foodborne microorganisms and allergens
Personal hygiene
Purchasing, receiving, and storage
Preparing, cooking, and serving
Facilities, cleaning/sanitation, and managing pests

The full 1-day course includes a manual and proctored exam. You must score 70 percent or greater on the exam to earn the certificate. If you have questions about one of the courses listed, please contact the instructor for that course. Registration closes 5 days prior to the event. If you need to order a manual, registration MUST be completed 10 days prior. If you have questions regarding upcoming classes in or near your county, please visit the Meet Our Educators page and contact the ServSafe educator nearest to you.

Contact Us

Purdue Department of Food Science
745 Agriculture Mall Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47907
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Upcoming ServSafe Manager Classes

Man wearing a hat while preparing food in a restaurant kitchen

Purdue Extension educators host ServSafe Manager classes throughout the state of Indiana. Visit the Purdue Education Store website to view a list of upcoming classes and locations. We hope to see you at a program soon!

View Upcoming ServSafe Manager Classes

Purdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran. If you are in need of accommodations to attend this program, please contact the instructor prior to the program. If you need an interpreter or translator, please contact the instructor prior to the program.