Certify

Certification Matters

Differentiate yourself and get ahead with ACF certification. Discover the benefits, value and relevance of certification and congratulate those who have accomplished this goal.

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Levels

Determine which of the 14 ACF certification levels is right for you based on specific qualifications.

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Approval Process

Certify with ease by following the step-by-step application process, from pre-approval to final application.

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Written Exams

Learn about the written exam process, where the exam is given and review optional study tools.

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Practical Exams

Plan for your practical exam by locating a site, registering and reviewing preparation guidelines.

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Recertification

Review the recertification process, track your continuing education hours and recognize chefs recently awarded Lifetime Certification.

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Continuing Education

Discover continuing education opportunities near you or online. eCulinary is also a resource for professional development courses.

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Military

Streamline the certification process with helpful tools developed specifically for service members in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard.

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Verification

Search for ACF certified chefs with an online verification tool.

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ACE/Administrators

Obtain the current list of Approved Certification Evaluators. Learn how to become and maintain ACE status as well as how to host an ACE Training session.

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Toolbox

Chapter leaders can utilize and customize valuable tools that will promote certification in their chapters and provide support and encouragement to candidates.

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Certification Commission

Access resource material describing the mission, goals and governance of the certification program.