Get Initial Cwpc® Pre-approval Application

Filling out the Initial CWPC® Pre-Approval Application online is an important step in your journey toward becoming a Certified Working Pastry Chef®. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure you can complete the application accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to effectively complete the application.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering your personal information in the designated fields. Fill in your first name, middle initial, last name, home phone, cell phone, and home address, including city, state, and zip code. Don’t forget to provide your email and ACF number if applicable.
3. In the mandatory requirements section, ensure you include proof of education and work experience with your application. Acceptable documents include official transcripts, diplomas, and employment verification letters. Note that original documents should not be sent.
4. Move on to the education section. Indicate the date completed for each qualification and mark if documentation is included for high school diploma/GED, Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts, or ACFEF Apprenticeship. List any culinary courses completed, ensuring that you also check for refresher courses if applicable.
5. Next, in the work experience section, provide the place of employment, your title, and the range of dates you were employed. Again, indicate whether documentation is included.
6. Fill out the payment information section. Indicate your preferred payment method for the $50.00 pre-approval fee and provide the necessary billing details, including account number and expiration date.
7. Finally, read through the certification agreement and acknowledge your consent by providing your signature and the date. Review all information for accuracy before submitting your application.
8. Once you have completed the application, save your changes, download a copy for your records, and share your application as needed.

Take the next step towards your certification by completing your application online today.