ProStart® Curriculum and how to use it

The ProStart Curriculum was designed to be exceptionally flexible to help educators implement it effectively. Here’s a quick overview of the curriculum and materials educators need.

ProStart at a glance

ProStart can be implemented within any scheduling constraints.
This flexible program includes lab activities and chapters that can be divided up to work in 45-minute class periods or in a block schedule.

ProStart can be implemented in any classroom setting.
There are no equipment requirements, and activities can be conducted in a family and consumer sciences kitchen or an industrial kitchen.

ProStart is a complete program, with resources for students and educators.
These resources include everything from textbooks (print and electronic) and a companion website for students, to a teacher’s wraparound edition and assessments for educators.

Enhanced ProStart Curriculum and Materials


The National Restaurant Association and Pearson have partnered to create the most comprehensive curriculum developed by industry and academic experts – Foundations of Restaurant Management & Culinary Arts.


ProStart curriculum links