National Registry of Food Safety Professionals

What National Registry of Food Safety Professionals does

National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) is a private food safety certification agency operated by Environmental Health Testing LLC, an affiliate of the National Restaurant Association. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida with 11-50 employees, NRFSP issues credentials for Certified Food Protection Managers (CFPM), grocery store managers, and food handlers. Its core products are the Food Safety Manager Certification, the Grocery Store Manager Certification, and the First Principles for Food Handlers Certificate, all delivered in five languages (English, Spanish, Modern Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean) and supported by ANAB accreditation against ASTM E2659-18 standards. NRFSP is launching an updated Food Safety Manager Certification exam blueprint effective January 5, 2026.

The business distributes certifications through a multi-channel delivery architecture: its own e-commerce site (nrfsp.com) for direct voucher and reprint purchases, Pearson VUE's global network of testing centers for the International Certified Food Safety Manager (ICFSM) exam at $81.99 per voucher, Diversys Learning for online proctored exams, and a nationwide network of certified local trainers and test administrators/proctors for on-site delivery. Revenue mechanics are predominantly transactional: one-time exam fees ($81.99 per ICFSM voucher), $20 certificate reprints, and sales of self-study materials in English and Spanish. NRFSP retired its own food handler print products and refers those customers to ServSafe.

NRFSP serves both enterprise and SMB/individual customers. Named enterprise references include Walmart, H-E-B, Ecolab, and Taylor Farms Florida, with testimonials emphasizing enterprise customer satisfaction. Customer segments span restaurants and food service, grocery and retail, healthcare and senior living, hotels/lodging/cruiselines, government and health departments, and academic institutions. Demand is structurally tied to state-level food handler and CFPM mandates (Texas, Illinois, Arizona, Hawaii, New Mexico), giving the business a regulatory-driven, recurring revenue base across its five-year certification renewal cycle.

Name

National Registry of Food Safety Professionals

Legal name

Environmental Health Testing LLC

Website

https://nrfsp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NRFSP is a private food safety certification agency, affiliated with the National Restaurant Association, that issues Certified Food Protection Manager, grocery manager, and food handler credentials in five languages via Pearson VUE testing centers, an online proctored platform, and a local trainer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Food Safety Certification Services

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Accredited Certification Bodies (CBs) – ISO 22000/FSSC 22000/BRCGS/SQF (AFALACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pre-Assessment, Gap Assessment & Certification Readiness Services (AFALACAE), Food Safety & Quality Scheme Certifications (GFSI Programs) (AFALAMAI), Accreditation & Oversight Bodies for Food Safety Certification (ABs/Scheme Owners) (AFALACAB)

Keywords

• Food safety certification
• Food handler training
• Certified food protection manager
• Grocery manager certification
• Food safety examination

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Certification Exam Fees: NRFSP generates primary revenue through certification examination fees. The International Certified Food Safety Manager (ICFSM) exam is available via Pearson VUE voucher at $81.99. The company offers multiple exam formats including online proctored exams, testing center exams, and paper/pencil formats.
2. Certificate Reprints: Replacement certificates for lost, damaged, or outdated credentials are available for $20 each, providing a recurring revenue stream from existing certified professionals.
3. Training Materials and Products: The company sells self-study materials, training resources, and related products through its online shop. Training is available in English and Spanish with various delivery options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP) administers accredited food safety certification examinations, including the Food Safety Manager Certification (ICFSM), Grocery Store Manager Certification, and First Principles for Food Handlers Certificate. Exams are delivered through Pearson VUE testing centers, online proctored platforms via Diversys Learning, paper/pencil formats, and on-site through a network of local trainers. Certifications meet ANAB-accredited ASTM E2659-18 standards and satisfy state food handler laws in Texas, Illinois, Arizona, Hawaii, and New Mexico.

Product overview

National Registry of Food Safety Professionals operates a certification and training platform with multiple credential programs. The core offerings include Food Safety Manager Certification, Grocery Store Manager Certification, and First Principles for Food Handlers Certificate. These products are delivered through a multi-channel approach: online via Diversys Learning, at Pearson VUE testing centers, through local trainers, and via paper/pencil formats. Additional services include self-study materials, certificate reprints, and administrator/proctor training. The company sells exam vouchers (ICFSM at $81.99) and certificate reprints ($20) through its e-commerce store. Exams are available in multiple languages including English, Spanish, Modern Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.

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Products and services

• Food Safety Manager Certification Certification examination for restaurant and commercial food service managers, chefs, bartenders, hosts, students, cooks, and shift leaders. Exam can be taken at home, at a Pearson VUE testing center, or with a proctor. ANAB-accredited against ASTM E2659-18 standards. Valid for up to five years.
• Grocery Store Manager Certification Certification examination for grocery store general, department, and category managers, baristas, cashiers, front-end associates, and food service clerks. Tailored to grocery and retail food operations.
• First Principles for Food Handlers Certificate Food handler training and certification program accredited by ANAB against ASTM E2659-18 standard. Covers employees working with unpackaged food, food equipment or utensils, or food-contact surfaces. Applicable to Illinois, Texas, Arizona, Hawaii, and New Mexico food handler programs.
• International Certified Food Safety Manager (ICFSM) Exam Voucher Voucher for taking the ICFSM exam at Pearson VUE testing centers worldwide. Priced at $81.99 per voucher. Valid at Pearson VUE only and is not returnable or refundable. Candidates schedule exams at pearsonvue.com/nrfsp.
• Manager Certificate Reprint Replacement certificate service for food safety manager, grocery manager, convenience store manager, or HACCP manager certificates. Priced at $20 per reprint. Delivery options include Standard (5-7 business days) and USPS Priority Mail Express (1-2 business days).
• Test Administrator/Proctor Training Course Training course for becoming a certified NRFSP test administrator or proctor authorized to administer NRFSP exams on behalf of the organization. Requires renewal every 3 years.

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Diversys LearningcoreTechnology or IntegrationDiversys Learning provides online learning and examination delivery platform for NRFSP certifications. Approved test administrators/proctors use Diversys to conduct online examinations from computers in testing centers or monitored environments. The partnership enables on-demand exam ordering, immediate results, and cost savings on shipping compared to paper exams.
• Pearson VUEcoreTechnology or IntegrationPearson VUE operates a global network of testing centers where NRFSP exams are administered. NRFSP sells exam vouchers valid at any Pearson VUE testing center worldwide. Candidates schedule exams at pearsonvue.com/nrfsp.
• ServSafeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNRFSP refers customers to ServSafe for food handler print products and manager training materials that NRFSP has retired from its own product lineup. ServSafe offers updated products aligned with the latest Food Code.
• National Restaurant AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNRFSP is an affiliate of the National Restaurant Association, operated by Environmental Health Testing LLC. The National Restaurant Association and its affiliates include NRAS, NRAEF, and other entities. NRFSP's legal communications reference restaurant.org domain for legal notices. The association provides antitrust compliance guidance and policy framework.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• StateFoodSafety: Food handler and food manager certification provider approved in multiple U.S. states. Competes head-to-head with NRFSP in regulated markets, particularly Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and other states with food handler mandates.
• eFoodHandlers: Online food handler certification provider serving regulated U.S. states. Offers a comparable ANSI/ANAB-accredited food handler program and competes with NRFSP on price, convenience, and state-specific approval.
• 360training: Online regulatory compliance and food safety training provider offering food handler and food manager courses. Competes directly with NRFSP in the digital self-paced certification segment across regulated and unregulated states.
• TAP Series: Food safety and responsible alcohol service training provider for restaurants and food service operators. Competes with NRFSP for enterprise food safety manager training contracts in the foodservice vertical.
• ServSafe: Dominant U.S. food safety certification brand also affiliated with the National Restaurant Association. Directly competes with NRFSP in food safety manager and food handler certification, and is the destination NRFSP refers customers to for retired products.

Emerging players

• Always Food Safe: Food safety training and certification company with operations in the U.S., Canada, and U.K. Offers online food handler and food manager certifications competing with NRFSP's digital channels.
• Learn2Serve: 360training's food and alcohol safety training brand offering ANSI-accredited food handler and food manager courses. Overlaps with NRFSP's regulated-state certification programs and online delivery model.
• My Food Service License: Online food handler and food manager certification provider focused on regulated U.S. states. Competes with NRFSP on price, state approvals, and online exam delivery convenience.

Broad incumbents

• National Environmental Health Association (NEHA): Professional association for environmental health practitioners offering food safety credentials and training programs. Overlaps with NRFSP in food protection manager certification and serves regulators, inspectors, and operators.

Others

• Prometric: Global testing services operator that administers high-stakes certification exams. Comparable to NRFSP's delivery model in scale and infrastructure, though operates as a third-party testing platform rather than a competing certification program.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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