ServSafe Manager Training & Certification Exam - Bozeman, MT
- ALL AGES
One-day ServSafe Manager certification with expert-led training & exam—95% pass rate. All levels welcome—no studying required!
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Location
Best Western Plus Grantree Inn
1325 North 7th Avenue Bozeman, MT 59715Refund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 8 hours 30 minutes
- ALL AGES
- Free venue parking
Obtain Your ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification in Just One Day with our Expert-Led, relatable ServSafe Training! 👩💻
Join us for a comprehensive, engaging, and expert-led ServSafe Manager Certification class designed to help you pass with confidence—no prior studying required! This nationally recognized certification meets state requirements and equips you with the critical food safety knowledge needed to protect your business, team, and customers.
Why Choose Our Training?
- ✨ Proven Success: With a 95% pass rate, we’ve helped over 3,000 individuals achieve certification.
- ✨ Expert Guidance: Learn from Laura Finley, a leader in food safety and compliance, and the trusted resource behind hundreds of HACCP plans and operator success stories.
- ✨ Engaging Learning: No boring slideshows—our sessions include relatable real-world examples, stories, and practical tools to make learning fun and impactful.
What You’ll Learn
This one-day training is designed to fully prepare you for the ServSafe Manager Certification exam administered at the end of the day. Here’s what you’ll gain:
1️⃣ Food Safety Fundamentals: Understand how to prevent foodborne illness and why it matters.
2️⃣ Regulatory Compliance: Learn food handling regulations and how to meet them confidently.
3️⃣ Temperature Guidelines: Master cooking, holding, and storage temperatures.
4️⃣ HACCP Principles: Get an introduction to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.
5️⃣ Time & Temperature Controls: Manage TCS foods effectively to ensure safety.
6️⃣ Cleaning and Sanitizing: Cover the essentials for maintaining a safe environment.
7️⃣ Consumer Advisories: Understand requirements and best practices for implementation.
8️⃣ And Much More: Gain additional tools and insights to enhance food safety across your operation.
Daily Schedule
- ✨ Class Start: 9:00 AM
- ✨ Lunch Break: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM (students are responsible for their own lunches). Complimentary coffee and tea will be provided throughout the day.
- ✨ Exam Start: Approximately 4:00 PM
Most students finish the exam and leave between 5:00 PM and 5:30 PM, though up to two hours for exam completion is available. Plan to stay until 6:00 PM to ensure minimal stress around exam time.
A Note From Your Instructor
Feeling nervous? That’s completely normal—90 questions and food safety rules can seem overwhelming! But throughout the day, we’ll share real-life stories, tackle challenges, and even have a few laughs. By the end, you’ll leave confident, capable, and ready to put your new skills into action.
Don’t just take our word for it—click here to read what past participants have said about their experience.
Event Details
- ✨ Date: Monday | May 12th, 2025
- ✨ Time: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- ✨ Location: Best Western Plus GranTree Inn |1325 N 7th Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715
Cost
- Early Bird Pricing: $215 per attendee (Register at least one month before the class for $25 off per attendee.)
- General Admission: $240 per attendee (Includes training, the ServSafe Manager Coursebook, and a nationally recognized CFPM certification valid for five years.)
FAQs
- Do I need to study beforehand? No studying is required—our training prepares you fully for the exam.
- Can I complete this online? While online options exist, our in-person class is faster, more engaging, and significantly more effective.
- Is this certification required? Yes, most states mandate that retail food establishments have at least one CFPM on staff.
For more details, check out the full FAQ section below.
Seats Fill Quickly—Register Today! ✅
Don’t wait—classes between January and June tend to sell out fast. Secure your spot now and start 2025 with confidence.
Explore More at www.FinleyFBconsulting.com 🌎🔍
- ✨ View our full class schedule: Regular sessions in Bozeman, Billings, Helena, Missoula, and Idaho Falls.
- ✨ Discover our online Cottage Food Workshop: Visit www.FinleyFBconsulting.com/cottagefood for on-demand resources.
- ✨ Learn about our HACCP services: Comprehensive Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points plans tailored to your needs. Visit www.FinleyFBconsulting.com/haccp.
Start Your Food Safety Journey with Confidence
You don’t need to recreate the wheel ⚙️ when you can work with someone who has already been through the process💪 and can guide you every step of the way. 🛤️
Let us help make your journey smoother, faster, and more successful! ✨
Frequently asked questions
All sales are final once you register for a training. While we cannot offer refunds or transfers, you are welcome to send someone else in your place if you’re unable to attend. Please notify us as soon as possible so we can update the registration.
Online training requires a lot of self-motivation and time, which can be challenging for busy or stressed individuals. Our in-person training is designed to be efficient, engaging, and takes just one day—often saving you more time and being more impactful that online alternatives.
The key difference is the certification exam. The 8-hour ServSafe Manager Certification includes a 90-question, ANSI-accredited exam that meets CFPM requirements in most states. The 4-hour Food Handler’s Certification does not include this exam and is an entry-level food safety course.
Requirements vary by state. Some states require all employees to have a Food Handler’s Certification, but in Montana and Idaho, only one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required per establishment. The Food Handler's Certification is not a requirement in MT or ID as of January 2025.
We take care of almost everything! We recommend bringing a notebook and pen for note-taking, a sweatshirt as conference rooms can get chilly, and any other items for your comfort. Complimentary coffee and tea will be available throughout the day.
A 45-minute lunch break will be held around midday. Students are responsible for their own lunches—most bring one or plan for a quick outing nearby. Coffee and tea will be provided throughout the day, along with short breaks to help you stay refreshed.
Yes, group registrations are welcome. You can register multiple attendees during checkout. For groups larger than 15 people, feel free to contact us to discuss group registration or private training options.
Yes, we offer private training for teams or organizations. Contact us directly for details on scheduling and group rates. For groups under 15 people, we typically recommend attending one of our already scheduled training sessions.
Access to certificates is emailed directly to students using the email provided on their scantrons at the time of the exam. This typically occurs 7-10 business days after the class. If you experience any issues retrieving your certificate, please contact us directly for assistance.
Yes, we love seeing familiar faces! Just like life, things change over five years. Regulations and presentations evolve as new standards are introduced, so it’s always a good idea to join us again to stay up-to-date on current regulations and examination topics.
Our business consists of Zac Finley, the Executive Coordinator, and Laura Finley, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and primary instructor. Feel free to reach out via any of the contact options below: Phone: (406) 600-7919 Email: FinleyFBconsulting@gmail.com Website: www.FinleyFBconsulting.com
If you don’t pass, you can retake the exam with us or through ProctorU, ServSafe's online proctoring service. Either option costs $100. Most students retake the exam with us and can join the class again at no extra charge. We recommend this, and all past students have chosen this option.
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The instructor - Laura Finley - is a former health inspector and long-time food industry worker. She has the sense of humor of a restaurant employee and the knowledge of a regulator. You really cannot go wrong signing up for one of her classes. She strives to make the day the best day possible for all of her students.