1. 200+ food organizations employing two or more CFS credential holders Go to ift.org/certification for more information!

2. 1,586 Certified Food Scientists from 55 countries

3. Testimonials from Certified Food Scientists “As an employer looking for people from time to time, I think the CFS is a great opportunity to say that from an independent source these people have the capabilities to meet my needs and will be able to perform in that position. It’s a great way to help screen employees to see if they actually have that strong science background to be able to help deliver in the position I’m looking to fill.” Linda Perucca, CFS, Associate Director, RD&Q Intellectual Property Strategy and Global Training, Mondelēz International

4. Testimonials from Certified Food Scientists “What a great feeling to know that my practical knowledge and commitment to lifelong learning of food science has been rewarded. I strongly urge other scientists who work in academia, the government, or for the food industry, to apply for the CFS as an indication of your skill and knowledge of food science.” Guy A. Crosby, Ph.D., CFS Author of The Science of Good Cooking Science Editor, America’s Test Kitchen Adjunct Associate Professor, Harvard School of Public Health

5. CFS creates a common language  It’s a global career advantage Identifies you as a knowledgeable employee  It indicates a commitment to lifelong learning Shows you are staying current on world advancements  It’s relevant at any stage of your career Differentiates you whether you are early or later in your career

7. Professional Roles of Certified Food Scientists

9. -CFS is for people with degrees in food science, chemistry, engineering, microbiology, biology and more -All applications are reviewed to ensure that academic degree and work experience meet the eligibility criteria for CFS -Work experience includes post-doctoral work and graduate assistantships (at 50%) but does not include internships - For clarifying questions, please email ifscc@ift.org.ifscc@ift.org

10. Are There Materials to Help You Prepare? Yes! Visit www.ift.org/certification forwww.ift.org/certification –Candidate Handbook Sample questions Content outline/task statements Professional Code of Ethics Recertification Policy –Preparatory Resources

11. Available throughout the year Next offering: February 2015 (California, USA) In person and via webinar Reviews concepts that could be tested based on the content outline Is not required to take the exam Email knowledge@ift.org for more information@ift.org Optional Prep Course

12. Make an impact on your career! 5,000 Testing Centers Worldwide Next exam cycles will be February 2 – 28, 2015 and May 4 – 28, 2015 Email ifscc@ift.org to learn more