Certification

The retail bakers of america (RBA) and the American Culinary Federation (ACF) have established standards for certifying bakers and pastry chefs. The RBA’s certification levels begin with Certified Journey Baker (CJB). The RBA’s next level includes three designations: Certified Baker (CB), Certified Decorator (CD), and Certified Bread Baker (CBB). Each level requires that your work history meet certain criteria for you to be eligible to take the exams, which have a written and practical component. Certified Master Baker (CMB) is the highest certification given by the RBA.