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Hospitality, Events, & Tourism Essential Credentials

Essential Safety Credentials

Student Information Management System (SIMS) CodeCredential NameIssuing Organization
724OSHA 10 General Industry Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
609ServSafe Food Handler Certification ServSafe — Massachusetts Restaurant Association

Essential Credentials by Career Area

Career Area: Culinary Arts

SIMS CodeCredential NameIssuing Organization
Reportable beginning SY27-28CFC - Certified Fundamentals Cook American Culinary Federation (ACF)/In partnership with NOCTI
843ProStart Certificate of Achievement (COA) Massachusetts Restaurant Educational Foundation (MAREF)/National Restaurant Educational Foundation

Career Area: Hospitality Management

SIMS CodeCredential NameIssuing Organization
692Hospitality and Tourism Management Program (HTMP): Level 1 Certification American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI)
693Hospitality and Tourism Management Program (HTMP): Level 2 Certification American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI)
694Certified Hospitality and Tourism Specialist (HTS) American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI)
846Food Protection Manager Certification ServSafe — Massachusetts Restaurant Association

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Last Updated: August 21, 2026

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