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What is the passing score for the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Examination?
A passing score is 70% or higher. This is obtained by answering at least 56 out of 80 questions correctly. The exam has 90 questions; however there are 10 pilot questions that are for research purposes only.
Do online courses expire?
Yes. Unused courses are valid for one year from the date of purchase. Once a course has been started: ServSafe Food Handler courses must be completed in 60 days. ServSafe Manager and ServSafe Alcohol courses must be completed in 90 days. After a course has expired, a student will not be able to access that course. A new one will need to be purchased. Online courses are not refundable and expiration dates cannot be extended.
How are administrative complaints not related to exams or certificate appeals resolved?
The Service Center will work to promptly (within 30 calendar days) resolve all administrative complaints received pertaining to the validity, reliability, security or integrity of the National Restaurant Association Solutions Certification Examination Program. The department will work to resolve complaints within 30 calendar days. This doesn’t include exam appeals or certificate revocations and appeals. You may contact the Service Center regarding the status or results of your complaint 30 calendar days after submitting your complaint.
What is the format of the exam questions?
All exams are multiple choice.
What can I do if I do not pass the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Examination and need to retest?
You can retest only if you did not pass the examination, or if your current certification is expiring. You will need to purchase a new exam each time you need to retest. You can take the examination twice within 30 days. If you don’t pass the exam on your second attempt, you must wait 60 days from your most recent attempt before taking the exam again.
No more than four attempts are allowed within a 12 month period. You will need to purchase an new Exam Answer Sheet to retake a print exam or purchase a new Exam Access Code to re-take an online exam.
Retests must be proctored by a Registered ServSafe Proctor. Contact the individual or organization that proctored your first exam and tell them you want to retest. Or find another exam location or proctor on ServSafe.com.