Accreditation for Culinary Arts Programs

Academic Quality

Accreditation by American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFEFAC) assures that a program is meeting at least a minimum of standards and competencies set for faculty, curriculum and student services.

Benefits of Accreditation

• Creates public trust by ensuring
  • Established standards
  • Accountability and credibility
  • High level of professionalism
  • Up-to-date and current practices
• Marketing tool for recruiting students
• ACFEF accreditation acts as a third party endorser for federal funding

ACFEFAC is recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Application Process

Applications vary regarding institutional programming. Please choose the application that best describes your institution.
Postsecondary Accreditation
Secondary Certification

See What Programs Have Been Accredited

Postsecondary Schools
Certified Secondary Schools

Site Visits

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