AICD's training/certification programs are a valuable way to earn points
for ACF's certification programs, which are independent of AICD.

As a corporate member and supporter of the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS), AICD's training programs have been developed to not only meet the needs and safety standards of the culinary and commercial ice carving industries, but also help chefs fulfill the professional growth requirements associated with earning advanced certification from ACF.

Certificates indicating the number of hours of training successfully completed at AICD are provided to assist AICD graduates with the documentation needed for continuing education hours and professional development units for ACF certification levels. As part of our alumni services, we are happy to provide any additional documentation that graduates may need for their particular circumstances.

In addition to serving the needs of culinary students and chefs, AICD also provides specialized curriculum guidance and training for culinary educators who desire to teach the advance techniques of professional ice carvers.

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"Reprinted from The National Culinary Review, November 2008, Vol. 32, #11
Copyright 2008 The American Culinary Federation, Inc. All rights reserved."

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ACF Continuing Education Hours Information

AICD's training/certification programs are a valuable way to earn points
for NICA's certification programs, which are independent of AICD.

New! Click here for the latest AICD program update (pdf format).

Announcing a Special Course “Carving the Human Head and Figure” by AICD Adjunct Instructor: Steve Brice (14 time world champion and NICA Master Ice Carver) Course Date: December 27 - 29, 2009 Location: AICD - Fresno, California, USA All inclusive tuition for private, one-to-one instruction: $2,500 Enroll a second student in the class for only $1,500

Our original programs of private instruction
can still be reserved throughout the year.

As a long-time member (since 1991) who is currently serving on the Board of Directors for the National Ice Carving Association (NICA), Paul Germain has developed AICD to not only meet the needs and safety standards of the culinary and commercial ice carving industries, but also to help carvers fulfill the professional growth requirements required for additional certification offered by the National Ice Carving Association. 

Certificates indicating the number of hours of training successfully completed at AICD are provided to assist AICD graduates with the documentation needed to earn NICA certification points. As part of our alumni services, we are happy to provide any additional documentation that graduates may need for their particular circumstances.

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NICA Certification Spreadsheet

In addition to providing comprehensive private ice carving instruction and ongoing support for graduates, AICD will be hosting special events featuring well known leaders in the ice sculpting industry who have distinguished themselves in either the commercial or competitive arenas. Please send Paul Germain an email indicating that you would like to be notified about these events. These events will be scheduled based upon student interest.