Food Protection Manager Certification (FPMC) Training and Exam
Yavapai County
Training and Exam Dates
Virtual Sessions
- January 2024
- February 2024
- March 2024
- April 2024
- May 2024
- June 2024
- July 2024
- August 2024
- September 2024
- October 2024
- November 2024
- December 2024
In-person Sessions
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension in Yavapai County is an approved agency for providing training for the Food Protection Manager Certification (FPMC) Exam. We are offering the Food Protection Manager Certification (FPMC) class virtually and referring participants to take the exam through PSI Testing Excellence.
The virtual (online) training is conducted over 3 days:
- Day 1 - Live virtual class conducted via Zoom from 9:00am to 11:00am
- Day 2 - Self-guided materials and videos
- Day 3 - Live virtual class conducted via Zoom from 9:00am to 11:00am
- After you complete the training you can sign up for the State Food Safety online exam through the D2L community site.
- If you need accommodations for a documented disability, click here. The application must be submitted and approved by State Food Safety PRIOR to the testing date. Be sure to submit your paperwork at least 2 weeks before the exam in order for State Food Safety to receive and approve your request.
Fees
- $120 non-refundable for training including the exam
- $35 for the in-person exam retake (payable to State Food Safety)
- $90 for the online exam retake (payable to State Food Safety)
How to register for the training:
- Call Sierra Sheeks at 928-445-6590, Ext 221 or email yavapaipres@cals.arizona.edu to register and pay for the University of Arizona training at least 10 days prior to the class.
- You will receive a study guide via U.S. Mail; it will include instructions on how to access the training and how to register with State Food Safety for the exam.
Technology requirements for the virtual training:
- You may use a smartphone, laptop, or any other device that accommodates a Zoom call.
Technology requirements for the State Food Safety Exam:
- The exam must be taken with a laptop or desktop computer with a webcam.
System Requirements for the State Food Safety Exam:
- Windows Vista or higher for PC users
- Mac OS X 10.5 or Higher for Mac users
- Internet download speed of .768Mbps or higher
- Internet upload speed of .384Mbps or higher
- RAM of 1024MB or higher
- Chromebooks, phones, and tablets are currently not compatible with online proctoring
Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter, by contacting Lisa Gerber, (928) 554-8990. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Please contact Hope Wilson, hopewilson@cals.arizona.edu if you have questions regarding the training.
Additional information regarding online testing:
Community Health Services Requirements
In 2001, Yavapai County adopted a change to its health code requiring all food establishments handling open, potentially hazardous foods to have at least one person available during all hours of operation who has undergone extensive food service training and has obtained manager certification. For more information about these requirements visit the Yavapai County Community Health Services, Environmental Health Unit website.
If you have additional questions, contact Hope Wilson hopewilson@cals.arizona.edu