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What is Oklahoma ProStart®?

Oklahoma ProStart® is a work force development program developed by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Oklahoma ProStart® is designed to introduce juniors and seniors to careers in the foodservice industry. Through classroom activities, internships, and comprehensive exams, students have the chance to earn national certification.     ​
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School-based Components
Oklahoma ProStart® is integrated into existing family & consumer science or career and technology education courses.
​The 2-year course includes classroom study utilizing professionally developed materials. Course materials include textbooks, student workbooks and exercises, videos, transparencies, and hands-on food preparation activities. The entire curriculum meets national skill standards and competencies specific to the hospitality industry and is approved and supported by the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.
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Workforce Development
All Oklahoma ProStart® students are encouraged to complete a 400-hour paid, mentored internship and must complete it to earn the national certification. Students will work 10-20 hours per week in a variety of positions to develop a wide range of skills. A workplace mentor is assigned to meet with the student for 30 minutes each week to provide on-going performance feedback, to review the ProStart® Competency Checklist and to connect classroom learning to actual job responsibilities.

 National Certificate 

The ProStart® Certificate of Achievement (COA) is awarded by the Educational Foundation of the NRA based on the student successfully completing both the academic and the work components of the ProStart® program. The certificate shows the industry that a student is motivated and interested in success. Certification is a major step that a student takes toward furthering his or her career.
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  • HOME
  • ABOUT US
    • Meet Our Team
    • Industry Leadership
    • History
  • ADVOCACY
    • Bill Tracking
    • Legislative Victories
    • How To Support
    • NRA PAC
    • National Issues
    • Contact Your Legislator
  • EVENTS
    • Upcoming Events
    • Calendar
    • ORA Expo
    • Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame Awards
  • MEMBERSHIP
    • Member Benefits >
      • Endorsed Providers
      • Discount Services
      • Hospitality Buyers Guide
    • Member Login
  • COMMUNICATIONS
    • Member Communications
    • The Oklahoma Restaurateur
    • Press Releases
  • WORKFORCE
    • Oklahoma ProStart >
      • Teacher Resources
      • Student Opportunities
      • Get Involved >
        • ProStart Volunteer Interest Form
    • Scholarships >
      • 2025 ORA/OHLA OSU Student Scholarship Application
  • PARTNERSHIPS + MARKETING
    • Strategic Partnership Marketing
    • Key Club Partners
    • Other Marketing Opportunities
  • RESOURCES
    • ORA / Industry FAQ
    • Performing Rights Organizations
    • Alcohol FAQ
    • FICA Tip Credit
    • Legal Resource Center
    • Hospitality Buyer's Guide
    • Oklahoma Food Code
    • Mental Health Resources
    • Food Safety Posters
    • Telemedics Virtual Healthcare
    • RestaurantOwner
  • TRAINING + CERTIFICATION
    • Alcohol Compliance Education (ACE)
    • ServSafe >
      • ServSafe Manager >
        • ServSafe Practice Tests
      • ServSafe Alcohol
      • ServSafe Food Handler
      • ServSuccess
      • Certificado de ServSafe para Gerentes
  • OK HOSPITALITY FOUNDATION
    • About OHF
    • Donate >
      • Why to support OHF
      • Give To OHF
      • Donate to Thirst for a Cause
    • OHF Board of Trustees
    • OHF Events
  • IMMIGRATION ISSUES