RBA Town Hall: Your Guide to RBA Certification

When:  Jan 12, 2026 from 01:00:00 PM to 02:00:00 PM (ET)

Thinking about getting certified? Curious what the pathway looks like or which credential might be right for you? Join us for a live RBA Town Hall where we break down the full certification journey in a clear, supportive, and easy-to-understand way.

During this session, we’ll walk through all levels of RBA certification, including:

  • Certified Journey Baker (CJB): Our entry-level credential focused on foundational baking knowledge and skills—ideal for students, early-career bakers, and those looking to validate their core competencies.
  • Certified Journey Decorator (CJD): A beginner-level certification tailored for aspiring decorators to demonstrate essential decorating skills, tools knowledge, and fundamental techniques.
  • Certified Baker (CB): A mid-level credential designed for working bakers ready to showcase technical proficiency, consistency, and a deeper understanding of bakery operations.
  • Certified Decorator (CD): A decorating certification for those ready to prove advanced skill, artistry, and professional-level decorating standards.
  • Certified Master Baker (CMB): The highest level of certification in the retail baking industry, demonstrating expert technique, broad product mastery, and advanced professional skill.
  • We’ll cover what each level requires, how to prepare, timelines, costs, tips from the RBA team, and how certification can support your professional growth and your business.

You’ll also have the chance to ask questions live, so if certification is on your radar for 2026, this session is the perfect place to begin your journey with confidence.

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Contact

Sophie Boczek
(800) 638-0924 x702
Sophie@retailbakersofamerica.org