Program Overview

Overview

With national and local support from industry members, educators, the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF), ProStart® reaches more than 95,000 students in 1,900 high schools across 48 states, Guam, and U.S. military bases.

In South Carolina, there are 63 public high schools with over 3,800 students statewide.

From culinary techniques to management skills, ProStart’s industry-driven curriculum provides real-life experience opportunities and builds practical skills and a foundation that will last a lifetime.

How ProStart Works

By bringing together the industry and the classroom, ProStart gives students a platform to discover new interests and talents to open doors for fulfilling careers. It happens through a curriculum that includes all facets of the industry, and sets a high standard of excellence for students and the industry.