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Professional Development Opportunities
There are a variety of professional development opportunitites related to the Texas Event Leadership Program. A certificate of completion from the program can be applied towards professional certification with Texas Association of Fairs and Events (TAF&E) and/or Texas Festivals and Events Association (TFEA). International certification can be obtained through International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA). Each organization will have additional requirements, which are briefly outlined below.
"Certified Fair Executive (CFE)"
Texas Association of Fairs and Events (TAF&E)
TAF&E requirements for this professional designation include:
- TAF&E membership
- Completion of the Texas Event Leadership Program
- Experience
- Seminars, curriculum, and professional credit
These requirements are outlined on the TAF&E website. For more information, please contact Penny Reeh by calling 830-990-1332 or via email at pennyreeh@ktc.com.
"Certified Festival Professional (CFP)"
Texas Festivals and Events Association (TFEA)
TFEA requirements for this professional designation include:
- TFEA membership
- Completion of the Texas Event Leadership Program
- Seminars
- Experience
- Curriculum
- Presentations
- Interview
These requirements are described in more detail on the TFEA Certified Festival Professional Designation Program Brochure. For more information, please contact Penny Reeh by calling 830-997-0741 or via email at penny@ifea.com.
"Certified Festival and Events Executive (CFEE)"
International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA)
The IFEA Certified Festival and Events Executive (CFEE) Program is the highest level of professionalism in the festival and event business. Program components for this certification include:
- IFEA membership
- Seminars
- Experience
- Convention attendance
- Publication
- Speaking presentations
- Assessment - case studies
Additional information can be found on the IFEA website or by accessing the following link: http://www.ifea.com/Education/cfee_cert.htm |
