Certified Fundamentals Cook® (CFC®)
ACFEF Accredited Secondary High School Programs
Requirements:
- Graduation from accredited program
Application Process
High School Program Administrators submitting multiple students, please use the Group CFC® Certification application.
Individuals - Submit Individual CFC® Certification application with proof of graduation, NOCTI assessment results and application fee. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing. Upon approval, certificate will be mailed.
ACFEF Accredited Post-Secondary Culinary Arts Certificate/Diploma Programs
Requirements:
Graduation from accredited program
Application Process
Program Administrators submitting multiple students, please use the Group CFC® Certification application.
Individuals - Submit Individual CFC® Certification application with proof of graduation and application fee. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing. Upon approval, certificate will be mailed.
Recertification Information
CFC® Certification requires renewal every five years. For more information, visit the recertification page.
Upgrade to a Higher Certification Level
Depending on education and experience, CFC® certificants may be eligible to upgrade to the Certified Culinarian® Certification (CC®).
Non-ACFEF Accredited Programs
Visit CFC® page for requirements. Programs interested in ACFEF Accreditation, please visit the Accreditation page.
Have questions or need more information? Contact the ACF Certification Department.