LAPT works with practitioners to build certifications that match what Culinary employers actually need. Independent assessment means a LAPT holder is job-ready, not just taught.
Developed with practitioners and employers
Built on ISO and UK National Occupational Standards
Five levels, entry to executive
External, objective and consistent
Certificate in International Cookery – Adv Diploma in Global Culinary Strategy
4 certifications
Certificate in Gourmet Chocolate Production – Adv Certificate in Sugar Artistry & Chocolate Sculpture
2 certifications
Certificate in Food Safety & Quality Standards – Adv Certificate in HACCP Management & Dietary Nutrition
2 certifications
Certificate in Baking & Pastry Arts – Master Certificate in Pastry Kitchen Management
3 certifications
Five levels of one person's career. Each assumes the one below it and does not re-teach it.
Workshop
Foundation
Practitioner
Leadership
Executive
LAPT is an independent professional certification body. Level equivalences are LAPT's own statement of comparability. LAPT certifications are not accredited by a qualifications regulator, and the standards LAPT builds on define occupational competence — they do not endorse LAPT.
We accredit qualified training centres
Learners complete industry-aligned training
We conduct external, objective assessment
Successful learners receive a recognised credential
Advanced Culinary Arts
View Certification →Chocolate & Confectionery Arts
View Certification →Food Safety, Hygiene & Nutrition
View Certification →Pastry, Patisserie & Bakery
View Certification →Advanced Culinary Arts
View Certification →Chocolate & Confectionery Arts
View Certification →Food Safety, Hygiene & Nutrition
View Certification →Pastry, Patisserie & Bakery
View Certification →LAPT's independent external assessment means every certification is credible, consistent and recognised by employers. The training centre teaches; LAPT assesses. Keeping those two apart is what makes the credential worth holding.
Our Assessment Process →Built on the ISO standard for the industry, expressed as a LAPT Industry Standard, and aligned to the UK National Occupational Standards.HOW EVERY LAPT CERTIFICATION IS BUILT
Stronger professionals. Better outcomes. A brighter future.