When it comes to food safety training and certification, many people assume that ServSafe® is the only option. However, this is a misconception. ServSafe® is simply a brand, not a regulatory body or a superior certification. In reality, programs like FMC® Food Managers Certification and FHC® Food Handler Classes from EduClasses® are equally accredited and just as valid as ServSafe® certificates.
Understanding Accreditation: ANAB-CFP and ANAB Standards Matter
The key to any food safety certification’s validity is accreditation, not the brand name. Food safety certifications are governed by strict accrediting bodies, such as:
- ANAB-CFP Accreditation – Required for Certified Food Manager Exams in many states, including FMC® Food Managers Certification.
- ANAB Accreditation – Recognized for food handler training programs, like FHC® Food Handler Classes.
Both FMC® and ServSafe® hold the same accreditation standards. That means an FMC® Food Manager Certificate is just as valid as a ServSafe® certificate. The same applies to FHC® Food Handler Classes, which are accredited at the same level as ServSafe® Food Handler.
ServSafe® Is a Brand, Not a Requirement
Many businesses and individuals mistakenly believe they are required to take ServSafe® courses. However, no law or regulation requires ServSafe® specifically. Health departments, state agencies, and food industry regulators accept any certification that meets ANAB-CFP and ANAB accreditation requirements—including FMC® and FHC® from EduClasses®.
Employers and inspectors cannot legally require ServSafe® over other accredited programs. Choosing FMC® or FHC® gives you the same level of certification, often with more flexible options and better pricing.
FMC® and FHC® Offer Equal (or Better) Certification Options
If you need a Certified Food Manager or Food Handler Certificate, you have choices beyond ServSafe®.
✅ FMC® Food Managers Certification:
- ANAB-CFP Accredited, just like ServSafe®
- Accepted in all states requiring certification
- Exam proctored through Prometric Test Centers, ProProctor Remote, or EduProctor™ On-site
✅ FHC® Food Handler Classes:
- ANAB Accredited for food handler training
- Meets the same state requirements as ServSafe® Food Handler
- Recognized by health departments nationwide
Why Choose FMC® or FHC® Over ServSafe®?
By choosing FMC® or FHC® from EduClasses®, you get:
✔ Accredited certifications that are equally valid as ServSafe®
✔ More flexible proctoring and training options
✔ Competitive pricing without unnecessary brand markups
✔ Fast and reliable online certification verification
Final Word: You Have the Right to Choose
ServSafe® is not the only choice for food safety certification. FMC® and FHC® are fully accredited, equally recognized, and just as valid as any ServSafe® certification. Don’t be misled into thinking one brand is better—choose the program that works best for you.
Ready to get certified? Learn more at www.FoodManagersCertification.com and www.FoodHandlerClasses.com.