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  2. Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE)

Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE)

National Association for Catering and Events

Certification

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

Not specified

Credits

Not specified

Cost

Not specified

Format

Hybrid

What You'll Learn

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Key competencies developed through this program

  • Hands-onCoordinate multiple event components and vendor services to ensure seamless execution of catered events.
    Proficient
Skills & Competencies

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
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Program Details

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.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

Completion Rate

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Placement Rate

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Locations

Where this program is offered

No locations specified.

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Knowledge
Apply catering service principles and operational procedures in diverse event settings following industry standards.
Developing
  • Hands-onExecute event design and setup procedures using standard equipment and layouts for various event types.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeApply beverage management principles to ensure appropriate selection, service, and compliance with regulations.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeDemonstrate human resources management practices in staffing, scheduling, and supervising catering and event teams.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeApply accounting principles for event cost management including budgeting, pricing, and financial reporting for catering operations.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeDemonstrate sales and marketing strategies to attract and retain catering and event clients.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeInterpret contracts and legal documents to ensure compliance and manage obligations in catering and event services.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeAnalyze risk factors in catering and event operations to develop and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
    Developing
  • MindsetEngage with clients and stakeholders to understand expectations and deliver professional catering and event experiences.
    Developing
  • Food Servers, Nonrestaurant35-3041.00
    Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners13-1121.00
    Food Service Managers11-9051.00