Benefits

Benefits of Certification

Becoming SNA certified adds credibility to your position and to your school’s program. Certification enhances the profession’s overall image with parents, children and school administrators. It is also a factor in attracting people to careers in school foodservice and nutrition.

Additional benefits:

• professional recognition from peers and superiors;
• increased self-esteem and pride in one’s work;
• formal recognition of professional achievement;
• improvement of skills and knowledge, resulting in higher quality work and better service to school children;
• greater understanding of the role school foodservice and nutrition programs play in child development;
• demonstration of commitment to one’s chosen profession; and
• preparation for higher job responsibilities

More about Certification:

Benefits of Certification
Certification Requirements
Certification Classes
How To Become SNA Certified
Maintaining Your Certification
Apply for Clock Hours
Certification Application (pdf)
Application Checklist (pdf)