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Education

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Education

Education of our members is key to CRA's commitment to the advancement of the hospitality industry. As part of that commitment, the CRA offers weekly ServSafe courses throughout the state. ServSafe certification satisfies the state regulation that every food service operation is required by the State of Connecticut to employ both a Qualified Food Operator and an Alternate. 
 
ProStart

The CRA also promotes advancement of the industry through the support of the ProStart Program.  ProStart is a two year culinary and management program for high school students
 
Scholarships
  • CT Hospitality Educational Foundation Scholarship
The Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Connecticut Restaurant Association, will award scholarships this year to students pursuing a career in the Culinary Arts, Restaurant Management or an affiliated degree.
  • National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation wants to put you on the path to achieving your dreams.  The NRAEF offers a variety of merit-based scholarships to students who want an education and a career in the foodservice industry, starting at $2,500 scholarships. 

Training and Certification
The ServSafe Program has evolved to meet the most urgent food safety training challenges in our industry. ServSafe is a better way to learn, its engaging with greater comprehension and better application.

Every foodservice operation is required by the State of Connecticut to employ a Qualified Food Operator and an alternate whose responsibility includes food safety but also staff training.

Copyright Connecticut Restaurant Association
270 Farmington Ave, Suite 142
Farmington, CT 06032
Phone: 860-278-8008
Email: info@ctrestaurant.org

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  • Advocacy
    • Government Relations Team
    • 2021 Legislative Recap
    • CT Tax Relief Program
    • Legislative Resources >
      • Alcohol-to-Go
      • Understanding CT's Tip Credit Law - October 2020
    • CT Restaurant Promise
    • Sign Up for CRA Alerts
    • News
  • About Us
    • Leadership & Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • CRA Prime Partners
  • Members
    • Join the CRA
    • Why Become a CRA Member
    • Member Benefits
    • Member Exclusive Savings
    • Healthcare >
      • Member Exclusive Healthcare Programs
    • Become an Allied Member >
      • Allied Membership Tiers
      • Allied Member Profile Updates
      • Allied Member Directory
    • Member Directory
    • Allied Member Directory
    • Member Portal
  • ServSafe & Industry Training
    • ServSafe Manager & Food Safety >
      • ServSafe Manager ONLINE
      • ServSafe Manager In-Person Classes
      • ServSafe Food Handler
      • ServSafe Allergen
    • ServSafe Workplace >
      • Sexual Harassment Prevention
      • Unconscious Bias Training
    • ServSafe Alcohol
    • ServSafe FAQ
    • ServSafe COVID Resources
  • Foundation
    • Careers >
      • Workforce Development >
        • Restaurant Ready
        • Apprenticeships
        • Culinary Student Work Sites Application
    • ProStart >
      • What is ProStart?
      • 2022 Connecticut ProStart Invitational
      • ProStart News: What's Cookin?
      • ProStart FAQs
    • Relief Funds >
      • CT Hospitality Employee Relief Fund
      • CT Restaurant Relief Fund
    • Scholarships
    • Support CHEF >
      • Sponsors
      • Sponsorships 2022
    • Get Involved
  • Events
    • 2022 CRA Annual Golf Classic
    • 2022 Golf Classic Chef Farm Dinner
    • 2021 CRAzies Annual Awards Gala
    • Events Calendar
    • Community Events
  • Directory
    • Job Board
    • Member Directory
    • Allied Member Directory
    • Contact Us
    • Gift Certificate Program