EXAM CATALOG

Level One: Food Service Manager (FSM) — The purpose of this certification exam is to ensure that an individual possesses the knowledge and skills needed to provide superior food management services at restaurants and healthcare facilities.  In order to obtain FSM certification under this scheme, candidates must demonstrate that they possess adequate knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and management in line with the latest FDA Food Code along with management concepts applicable to the foodservice industry as a whole.  Exams will expire 180 days from the date of purchase.  If you do not take your exam within 180 days, you will have to repurchase your exam at full price if you still wish to move forward with your certification.   Read more

Level Two:   Long-Term Care - Food Service Manager (LTC-FSM) — The purpose of this second-level certification exam is to address the more stringent federal and state regulations for food service managers in long-term care facilities.  In addition to the knowledge and skills of an FSM, the LTC-FSM must possess knowledge of: the facility survey process, infection prevention and control, additional environmental/sanitary requirements, types of healthcare facilities, proper kitchen procedures, dining and meal service, nutrition, diet types and consistencies, the role of the dietitian, and coordination of services.  After proving their competency, a person certified under this scheme will meet the requirements to serve as a food service manager in accordance with 42 CFR §483.60(a)(2)(i)(C).le.  Exams will expire 180 days from the date of purchase.  If you do not take your exam within 180 days, you will have to repurchase your exam at full price if you still wish to move forward with your certification. Read more