The Food Service Manager (FSM) Certification Program

Any operator of a restaurant or Class III mobile unit must have a Prince George’s County Certified Food Service Manager on duty at all times.

Individuals getting their certificate for the first time are required to:

• complete a 16-hour course (including testing) from one of the approved instructors, and
• take and pass an examination that has been approved by the Conference for Food Protection.

Individuals getting their certificate renewed are required to:

• complete a 6-hour course from one of the approved instructors, and bring a letter from the instructor stating that they have completed the class

How To Obtain a Prince George’s County Food Service Manager (FSM) Certificate

Bring all of the following to our office weekdays between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.:

• your course certificate, showing a passing grade, and
• a government-issued (United States or State) identification card, and
• the required $35.00 fee, and
• a completed application.

Your picture will be taken in our office. After your application is reviewed, your certification card will be issued.

For More Information on the Food Service Manager Program

Food Service Manager (FSM) General Information
Office: 301-883-7679
TTY/STS dial 711 for Maryland Relay
E-mail: food protectionprogram@co.pg.md.us

Classes for Non-Profit Organizations
Office: 301-883-7650
TTY/STS dial 711 for Maryland Relay
E-mail: planreviewinstitutions@co.pg.md.us

Office Location and Directions

Address:

The Division of Environmental Health
Prince George’s County Health Department
Largo Government Center
9201 Basil Court, Suite 318
Largo MD 20774
Office: 301-883-7605
TTY/STS dial 711 for Maryland Relay

Directions from the Capital Beltway:

• Take Beltway Exit 17A.
• At the first traffic light, turn right onto McCormick Drive.
• Go to the second building (Largo Government Center) on the right.
• The office is on the third floor.