The single, greatest resource on school and child nutrition programs, the School Nutrition Association, will be working for you when you become a member of NJSNA.  Whether you are looking for safety guidance, or information on the latest regulation, a training program of research on new computer software, SNA can help you.  

» Opportunities for Professional Growth

• Scholarships through SNA's Foundation

• Education and training programs

• Sharing/networking

» Opportunities for Professional Credentials

• Three levels of Certification
  SNA develops and encourages the highest standards in school foodservice and nutrition programs and provides educational opportunities to ensure the professional development of its members. The SNA certification program provides a career ladder that you can climb within the school nutrition profession -- from entry-level assistant to district director.
   

• SNS credentialing
  The Credentialing Program of the School Nutrition Association was created to enhance the professional image of school foodservice & nutrition professionals. A key purpose of the Association is to develop and encourage the highest standards and provide education programs for professional development of school food and nutrition personnel. The Credentialing Program includes standards for academic and specialized training, knowledge and skills. 

» Opportunities to Have a Voice On Child Nutrition Policy

» Professional Publications and Website Loaded with Information

• School Nutrition award-winning magazine

• The SNA Connection (on-line website linking members together)

• Tuesday morning weekly Washington update

• Training materials on-line, CD ROMS, and workbooks

• Member discounts and access to hundreds of promotion items, books,  jewelry and products

» Access To All That is New in School and Child Nutrition

• Annual National Conference with hundreds of industry exhibits, education programs and networking opportunities

• Child Nutrition Industry Conference where school foodservice operators and industry work to resolve programs and plan for the future

• Legislative Action Conference where members  learn how to be heard in Washington and help carry the messages  for school and child nutrition programs to Capitol Hill

• An 800 number that puts you in touch with a professional  headquarters staff that is there to help you.