CTE Training – Culinary and Hospitality for High School and College Students

Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs offer high school and college students invaluable hands-on training and real-world skills, preparing them for immediate employment or further specialized education. Unlike traditional academic pathways, CTE integrates practical application with theoretical knowledge, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. In fields such as culinary arts, hospitality, and food science, CTE offers students industry-relevant “certifications” (see below), providing them with a significant advantage in the competitive job market. These programs often include opportunities for internships, work-based learning, and connections with industry professionals, allowing students to gain authentic experience and build a professional network even before graduation.

The benefits of CTE training extend beyond technical proficiency. Students develop essential soft skills, such as communication, time management, and adaptability, which are highly valued in any career. CTE programs help students explore their passions, discover diverse career paths within their chosen fields, and make informed decisions about their post-secondary education or direct entry into the workforce. Graduates of CTE programs are often highly sought after by employers due to their practical skills and industry-recognized credentials, which give them a competitive edge and set them on a path toward rewarding and in-demand careers in the culinary, hospitality, and food science sectors.

Fidelity Safety & Training can assist CTE educators by offering online and in-person training in food safety, kitchen safety, food allergen safety, HACCP, and other related topics as part of their culinary, food science, and hospitality programs.

Our Certification programs include:

• Food Handler or Food Worker Card (Online or in-person)
• Certified Food Safety Manager (Online or in-person)
• All Training Classes (In-person)

We’ve recently enhanced our capabilities and can now create a customized portal specifically for your school, instructors, and students. Student enrollment is streamlined with a simple spreadsheet upload. The portal allows for easy progress monitoring, and upon completion, both staff and students can download their certificates. We offer flexible payment options, including credit card, purchase order, or invoice.

Here is a link to view a sample portal home page: https://proctor.responsibletraining.com/content/Fidelity-School-Demo.aspx

Here is a link to our CTE home page: https://www.fidelitysafety.com/career-technical-education/

Please don’t hesitate to contact us today for more information.