As food safety regulations continue to evolve, businesses throughout Chicago and across Illinois are turning to FMC® Food Managers Certification for fast, flexible, and reliable solutions to meet Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) requirements. Whether you're managing a restaurant in downtown Chicago or operating a food truck in Springfield, FMC® makes it easy to get certified—100% online, at your convenience.
Trusted Certification Across Illinois
FMC® provides Certified Food Manager exams and accredited training for individuals and businesses throughout Illinois, including:
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Chicago
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Aurora
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Naperville
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Joliet
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Rockford
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Springfield
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Peoria
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Elgin
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Waukegan
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Champaign
From urban restaurants and hotels to suburban catering companies, school cafeterias, convenience stores, and mobile food units, FMC® supports food service professionals in every corner of the state.
Why Illinois Businesses Choose FMC®
FMC® is an ANAB-CFP accredited program, which means our Illinois Food Manager Certification exam is nationally recognized and accepted by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and local health departments statewide.
What sets us apart?
✅ One of the Most Practical Exams in the Nation
The FMC® Certified Food Manager exam for Illinois is widely regarded as one of the most practical, real-world assessments in food safety management. It’s designed to evaluate not only textbook knowledge, but also the application of safe food handling practices in everyday operations.
✅ Flexible Online Training Options
We offer training-only, exam-only, or bundled packages, all online and mobile-friendly. You can study on your own schedule and test when you're ready—whether from your home, office, or on-site with a proctor.
✅ Immediate Certificate Access
Once you pass, your certificate is available instantly—perfect for presenting to local health inspectors or employers.
✅ Valid for 5 Years
Your FMC® Certified Food Manager certification is valid in Illinois and nationwide for a full five years, meeting both state and local compliance requirements.
Serving All Food Industry Sectors
FMC® supports food managers across a wide range of industries in Illinois, including:
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Restaurants & Bars
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Food Trucks
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Catering Services
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Hotels, Resorts & Lodges
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Casinos
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Grocery & Convenience Stores
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Theme Parks & Movie Theaters
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Horse & Car Racing Tracks
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Schools & Culinary Programs
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Cottage Food Producers
Get Certified with Confidence
Whether you're renewing your certification or getting certified for the first time, FMC® makes the process simple, affordable, and fully compliant with Illinois regulations.
Visit www.foodmanagerscertification.com/illinois to get started and choose your Illinois Food Manager Certification exam and Food Manager training package today.