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Professional Membership is reserved for the
select group of IFT
members who have distinguished themselves through achievements or experience in the field of
food science and technology. Their expertise and accomplishments enrich IFT and
warrant the prestige and honor associated with Professional Membership. Professional Members do not pay
additional dues.
Members who meet IFT’s academic and technical experience
qualifications may apply for Professional Member status by
submitting an application for review and approval by the
Qualifications and Credentialing Committee.
Requirements:
A Bachelors, higher degree, or equivalent, in disciplines
associated with food science and technology from a recognized
teaching institute, and five (5) years of professional experience in
food science and technology, for which a Master's degree or
equivalent may be presented in lieu of one year's experience or a
Doctorate degree in lieu of three (3) years' experience
OR
Any non-food science related bachelors or higher degree, or
equivalent, from a recognized teaching institution and ten (10)
years of documented contributions to the profession and, if
applicable, IFT.
The Board of Directors may waive these minimum requirements for
persons who have distinguished themselves by their achievements or
through long experience in the field of food science and
technology.
Professional
Membership Application
(pdf)
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