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PCA Global Certification

Hospitality Certifications That Matter

Globally recognized certifications — issued, verified, and trusted by employers across 60+ countries.

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Recognized by employers and partners across 60+ countries — share your credential anywhere.

Each certificate has a unique global identifier traceable in our verified registry.

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Certification Categories

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Pathway

Three streams. Twelve career levels. One globally recognized standard.

5 LEVELS

Kitchen

Culinary & production excellence — from Commis Chef to Executive Chef.

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4 LEVELS

Service

Guest experience, service standards, and front-of-house expertise.

Explore Kitchen

5 LEVELS

Professional

Leadership, operations, HR, and hospitality business management.

Explore Kitchen

5 LEVELS

Food Safety & Hygiene

From Food Handler basics to Manager & Auditor — HACCP-aligned.

Explore Kitchen

How it works

From application to certified —

in four steps

1

Apply

Submit your application online with profile, role, and supporting documents.

2

Train / Validate

Complete approved training, or qualify via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

3

Assess

Practical, written, or panel assessment based on the chosen certification level.

4

Get Certified

Receive your verifiable digital + printed certificate with QR & unique ID.
Frequently asked

Questions,

asnwered

Most applications are reviewed within 7–10 business days. After approval, training or RPL evaluation takes 2–6 weeks depending on the level. Your final certificate is issued within 5 days of passing assessment.

It depends on your stream and level. Practical levels (Kitchen, Service) typically include hands-on practical assessment. Several professional levels and Food Safety L1–L2 can be completed online with remote assessment.
Yes — every PCA certificate is globally verifiable through our public registry. Employers in 60+ countries can verify any certificate via the QR code or unique ID.
Recognition of Prior Learning lets experienced professionals get certified based on real work experience instead of completing training. You’ll need to meet minimum experience requirements for the chosen level and pass an experience review + practical/interview assessment.
Yes. Gold members receive 20% off all certification assessments. Platinum members and partners are eligible for up to 30% off. View memberships.

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