Certificate Program

Possible Delays with the U. S Postal Service

The U.S. Postal Service is currently experiencing high mail volumes and other challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, delivery times may take longer than normal. Please allow additional time to mail your renewal or you can renew online.

SNA Certificate Reinstatement Fees Waived During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic and to best serve our hard-working members, SNA is implementing some temporary changes to the SNA certificate program. We will be waiving all certificate reinstatement fees for the next few months and allowing additional time to renew. During this time, certificate renewal fees are still required to renew, but if your certificate expires, you will be able to renew without accruing an additional reinstatement fee. The quickest way to renew your SNA Certificate is online at www.schoolnutrition.org/certrenew.

For questions or additional information, please feel free to contact SNA at certSNS@schoolnutrition.org.

SNA Important Update

Please note that fulfillment of orders for the SNS Study Guide and the SFN Service Management text book will be delayed March 16 – 27, 2020 due to office closure to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We will make every effort to get your order shipped as soon as possible.

Why Should I Earn My SNA Certificate in School Nutrition?

It’s more important than ever to invest in your school nutrition professional development. Getting your Certificate in School Nutrition from SNA shows your commitment to your profession. SNA’s Certificate Program aligns with USDA Professional Standards making it easier for you to keep up with the requirements.

Earning Your Certificate in School Nutrition will:

Provide a career ladder you can use to advance in the field
Add credibility to your position and to your school's program
Enhance your professional image with supervisors, parents, and administrators
Stay current on the latest issues and solutions related to your job

Download the SNA Certificate in School Nutrition Program Guide (pdf) to view the initial requirements and learn how the program aligns with USDA Professional Standards. To learn more or to download the application form, visit our How to Earn Your SNA Certificate page.

SNA Important Update: Certificate Program Fees Increase Effective October 1, 2019

Recently, the SNA Board of Directors approved a small increase in the fees for the SNA Certificate in School Nutrition, which will go into effect on October 1, 2019. Fees for SNA Members will increase as follows:

Certificate Initial Application

Level 1 -$18 (from $17)
Level 2- $21 (from $20)
Level 3 -$23 (from $22)
Level 4- $33 (from $32)

Certificate Renewal

Level 1 -$12 (from $11)
Level 2- $13 (from $12)
Level 3 -$15 (from $13)
Level 4- $17 (from $15)

Certificate Reinstatement

Level	Annual Member	Renewal Reinstatement	Total
Level 1	$12 (from $11)	$18 (from $17)	$30
Level 2	$13 (from $12)	$21 (from $20)	$34
Level 3	$15 (from $13)	$23 (from $22)	$38
Level 4	$17 (from $15)	$33 (from $32)	$50

SNA Certificate Program – Professional growth is now more attainable!

SNA has now launched the additional Level to the Certificate in School Nutrition Program that will serve as a “bridge” between Level 1 and the old Level 2. The goal of the new Level 2 is to help members have a more realistic professional development path and help them strive toward continued growth and experiences beyond the Level 1 requirements.

The new Level 2 requires 46 hours, which is less than the old Level 2 requirement of 86 hours. Download the updated SNA Certificate in School Nutrition Program Guide to view details about the requirements for the new Level 2 of if you are ready to apply download the application form.

Questions? Email certsns@schoolnutrition.org or call SNA’s Service Center at (800) 877-8822.