Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE)
National Association for Catering and Events
The CPCE is the only certification focused on the catering and events business, emphasizing specialized expertise and areas of concentration, including catering services and operations, beverage management, event design and execution, human resources, accounting, sales and marketing, and contracts and risk management.
Duration
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Credits
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Cost
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Format
Hybrid
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- Hands-onCoordinate multiple event components and vendor services to ensure seamless execution of catered events.Proficient
Skills developed through this program
- Apply generally accepted accounting principles to catering and event operations
- Interpret financial statements including cash flow, balance sheet, and income statement for catering and event operations
- Calculate food, beverage, and labor costs for catering and event operations
- Develop and manage budgets for a catering and event operation
- Describe and apply knowledge of beverage types in catering and event service
- Comply with legal considerations regarding alcohol service in catering and event operations
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
How to Become a CPCE... CPCE certification benefits individuals in catering sales, catering operations, event professionals, and creative event partners. The process to become and maintain CPCE certification involves professional development hours, a thorough application process, and a final examination. Experience Requirements Applicants need three years of full-time catering and events experience within the last five years. Professional Development Completion of 30 hours of professional development in the past five years is also required. Final Exam The CPCE exam includes 175 multiple-choice questions covering seven core competencies in catering and event management. Flexible Testing Options Testing can be completed online or onsite with proctoring support, providing candidates with flexible exam options. Preparation Resources Candidates can prepare using in-person or virtual Fast Track courses, on-demand online education, and a professional reference guide.
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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