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Healthy School Food Pathways Pre-Apprenticeship


The Healthy School Food Pathways Pre-Apprenticeship application is available now. This pre-apprenticeship program will prepare participants to become leaders in school food by providing in-depth knowledge and experiences in developing and administering successful scratch-cooked meal programs. This paid program lasts seven weeks and includes:

  • Four School Food Institute courses: 20 hours
  • Two virtual learning sessions: 3 hours
  • On-the-job learning: 84 hours (12 hours a week)

The Healthy School Food Pathways Pre-Apprenticeship application and program information External link opens in new window or tab. is available on the Chef Ann Foundation's website.

  • Deadline: August 25, 2023
  • Program start date: October 23, 2023

Questions:

Please contact Eriko Greeson at eriko.greeson@chefannfoundation.org with questions.

Questions:   Nutrition Services Division | 800-952-5609
Last Reviewed: Friday, April 21, 2023
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