Course Offerings

This catering certification program will equip you with all the foundational skills you need to succeed in the high-demand and rewarding catering and events industry. You will learn everything from event and function management to collaborating with other catering services, and you will be able to plan and execute successful food preparation and beverage management requirements with ease. This comprehensive catering course will also teach you best practices for marketing your catering business, give you insights into contract preparation and execution, and effective human resource management and basic accounting principles. Plus, you will be fully prepared to pass the Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE) exam offered by the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) and earn your CPCE certification. Once you complete the course and receive your catering certification, you will find yourself in a field that is in demand. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that this industry will grow 8% by 2032, with 15,200 job openings for meeting, convention, and event planners projected each year, on average. Take your career to the next level and get ready to embark on a fulfilling and rewarding journey in catering and events!

Course Objectives

Learn the foundations of various disciplines, including event planning, food and beverage management, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and legal contracts.

Study how to effectively manage employees, businesses must handle inductions, appraisals, exits, staffing, food safety, legal compliance, licensing, budgeting, and profits.

Outline of Instruction

The Elements of Catering Services Introduction

Events Management Collaboration

Food Production Practices

Beverage Management Requirements

Sales and Marketing Plans

Catering Contracts

Human Resource Planning

Accounting Principles

Contact Hours

100

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Learning Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is for anyone interested in learning the skills and knowledge needed to become a catering professional.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Courtney Boney
919-532-5581
[email protected]