Wyoming Food Safety Certification Requirements

Overview

Wyoming is one of the few remaining states without a statewide mandate for Certified Food Protection Managers. WDA administers baseline food safety standards under Wyo. Stat. §35-7-101, but CFPM requirements are set at the county level. Wyoming has 23 counties, each with its own approach. Wyoming is notable for passing the Wyoming Food Freedom Act in 2015 — one of the first states to do so — creating one of the broadest direct-to-consumer food sales frameworks in the country with no sales cap and no permit requirement.

Who Must Be Certified in Wyoming?

Food Protection Managers (CFPM)

Wyoming does not have a statewide law requiring CFPM certification. Requirements vary by county — contact your specific county health department or WDA regional office to determine whether CFPM certification is required in your jurisdiction.

Many Wyoming employers in tourism-oriented communities (Jackson Hole, Cody, Yellowstone gateway towns) require CFPM certification voluntarily given the importance of food safety reputation to tourist-driven businesses.

Food Handlers

Statewide requirement: Varies by county

Wyoming does not have a statewide food handler card requirement. Local requirements vary significantly by county. Contact your county health department or WDA for current food handler training requirements in your area.

Accepted Certification Programs in Wyoming

Wyoming accepts certifications from ANAB-CFP accredited providers. All of the following nationally recognized programs meet Wyoming's legal requirements:

Costs approximate as of 2026. All listed providers are ANAB-CFP accredited.

How to Get Your Food Manager Certification in Wyoming

Step 1: Prepare (8–16 Hours Recommended)

No mandatory pre-exam course is required in Wyoming — you can register for the CFPM exam directly. However the exam has roughly a 65% pass rate without studying. Provider courses take 8–16 hours and significantly improve pass rates.

Step 2: Register for the Exam

Register through any ANAB-CFP accredited provider above. Online exams with remote proctoring are available from ServSafe, StateFoodSafety, 360training, NRFSP, and FoodSafePal. In-person testing is available through ServSafe-authorized proctors and Prometric test centers in Wyoming.

Step 3: Pass the Exam

The CFPM exam has approximately 80 questions; a passing score is typically 75% or higher. Results are immediate for computer-based exams. Retakes are available after 24–72 hours with an additional fee.

Step 4: Keep Your Certificate On-Site

Your CFPM certificate must be kept at your establishment and made available for health inspectors upon request. Some jurisdictions require it to be posted visibly — verify with your local health department.

Step 5: Renew Before 5 Years

CFPM certifications are valid for 5 years. Renew by retaking an approved exam before expiration. Begin the renewal process at least 30 days before your expiration date.

Cottage Food & Home Kitchen Businesses in Wyoming

Wyoming Food Freedom Act (2015)

Annual Sales Limit

No annual sales limit under Wyo. Stat. §11-49-101 et seq. — Wyoming was a pioneer in removing sales caps for direct cottage food sales.

Permitted Products

Wyoming's Food Freedom Act allows direct sales of virtually any homemade food directly to informed end consumers — far broader than traditional cottage food laws, including baked goods, jams, pickles, fermented foods, and other items typically restricted in other states.

Key Requirement: Informed Consumer

Buyers must be informed end consumers — made aware that the food was produced in an uninspected home kitchen. A signed disclosure may be used. No permit, license, or home kitchen inspection is required for direct-to-consumer sales.

City & County Variations in Wyoming

Wyoming state law sets baseline food safety requirements, but local jurisdictions may enforce stricter rules. Always verify with your specific county or municipal health department in addition to state requirements.