The City of Bayamón, Puerto Rico, has taken a bold step forward in supporting food safety and professional development by purchasing EduClasses® FMC® Food Managers Certification programs for its Head Start team.
This exciting partnership between Programa Head Start de Ciudad de Bayamón and FMC® Food Managers Certification—a nationally recognized, ANAB-CFP accredited food manager certification program—demonstrates Bayamón’s continued commitment to excellence in early childhood education and care.
Empowering Food Safety for Children and Families
Head Start programs play a vital role in shaping young minds and supporting healthy communities. By equipping kitchen staff, food service workers, and Head Start employees with FMC® food manager certification, Bayamón is ensuring that every meal served to children meets the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance.
“This investment reflects Bayamón’s proactive leadership in protecting children and promoting food safety,” said Tony Dean, CEO, from EduClasses®. “We’re honored to support their mission.”
Why FMC®?
FMC® is more than just a certification—it's a comprehensive solution for food safety training and exam preparation. The program offers:
- ANAB-CFP Accreditation – Meets the highest national standards for food manager certification
- Flexible Online Training – Convenient, self-paced learning that fits around busy schedules
- Secure Exam Proctoring Options – Including on-site proctoring for groups like Head Start
- Spanish & English Language Support – Making the training accessible and inclusive
A Model for Other Municipalities
With this strategic move, Bayamón sets a powerful example for other cities across Puerto Rico and the U.S. territories. Municipalities looking to strengthen public health, meet federal guidelines, and support early education programs can now look to Bayamón’s model as a gold standard.
Bayamón Staff Become Certified EduProctors to Support Local Candidates
To ensure seamless access to the FMC® Food Managers Certification exam, select staff members from the City of Bayamón also became certified EduProctors™. This strategic decision allows them to administer the nationally accredited FMC® exam directly on-site, providing greater convenience for Head Start employees and food service personnel. By building internal proctoring capacity, Bayamón has enhanced its ability to support workforce development and uphold food safety standards—all while reducing barriers for candidates pursuing certification.
This proactive step not only empowers Bayamón’s local team but also exemplifies how municipalities can take ownership of public health training initiatives within their communities.
About FMC®
FMC® Food Managers Certification, a program by EduClasses®, provides ANAB-CFP accredited food safety certification recognized throughout the United States and its territories. FMC® serves individuals, schools, public agencies, and employers across a range of industries—from restaurants and catering to education and healthcare.
For more information about FMC® bulk purchasing options for government and education programs, visit:
👉 www.foodmanagerscertification.com
Together, we build safer kitchens, stronger communities, and a healthier tomorrow.