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Wyoming Food Handler & Manager Certification

What food-safety certification Wyoming requires — the employee food handler card and the manager (CFPM) certification — who needs each, accepted programs, cost and renewal.
Educational summary, not legal advice — requirements change and localities can add their own; confirm with your health authority.

Food handler card

Required?
Not state-required — No statewide food handler card. Each establishment must have at least one certified food manager.
State card
No statewide food handler card. Manager-only state.
Accepted programs
ServSafe Food Handler (voluntary)StateFoodSafetyLearn2Serve/360trainingeFoodHandlers
Typical cost
Varies by provider
Valid for
See state · N/A at handler level
When to get it
N/A — no statewide handler requirement
Local exceptions
Teton District (Teton County/Jackson) mandates a certified food protection manager and may not accept exemptions; some districts stricter.
Governed by
Wyoming Department of Agriculture, Consumer Health Services

Source: official page

Handler training voluntary; statewide mandate is manager-level certification (Teton stricter).

Manager certification (CFPM)

Required?
varies by locality — No statewide CFPM mandate; the Wyoming Food Safety Rule adopts the FDA Food Code PIC demonstration-of-knowledge standard, and local requirements may apply.
Accepted exams
ServSafe ManagerNational Registry (NRFSP)Prometric (PFM)360training/Learn2ServeStateFoodSafety
How many
Where required locally, at least one certified manager per establishment
On-site during hours?
No
Valid for
5 years · Retake an ANSI-CFP accredited exam before the 5-year expiration (where locally required)
Local registration
County/municipal health authorities may add requirements; requirements vary by jurisdiction.
Governed by
Wyoming Department of Agriculture, Consumer Health Services

Source: official page

State standard is PIC demonstration of knowledge; holding a CFPM satisfies it. A specific mandate is set locally where it exists.

Opening in Wyoming? See Wyoming food-business requirements, the inspection self-audit, and Wyoming cottage food law if you're starting from home.

Frequently asked

Do I need a food handler card in Wyoming?
Wyoming does not have a statewide requirement for a food handler card, though your local jurisdiction or employer may. No statewide food handler card. Each establishment must have at least one certified food manager..
Does Wyoming require a certified food protection manager?
It varies within Wyoming (varies by locality) for a certified food protection manager (CFPM). No statewide CFPM mandate; the Wyoming Food Safety Rule adopts the FDA Food Code PIC demonstration-of-knowledge standard, and local requirements may apply. Certification is typically valid for 5 years.
What's the difference between a food handler card and a manager certification in Wyoming?
A food handler card is an entry-level credential for employees who handle food — a short course and quiz. A manager (CFPM) certification is a more rigorous, proctored exam (like ServSafe Manager) held by a person responsible for food safety at the establishment. Many states require the manager credential even where they don't require handler cards for every employee.
Which food safety courses are accepted in Wyoming?
Accepted programs are ANSI-accredited providers such as ServSafe, StateFoodSafety, National Registry, Prometric, and 360training/Learn2Serve, plus any state-specific card where one exists. Confirm the current accepted list with your health authority before paying.
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