CIP codes: Possible SOC codes:
API CIP code: 07.12.0503.00 or 32.52.0201.01 SOC 1: 35-1011 SOC 4: 51-3000
Actual CIP code: 12.0503.00 SOC 2: 35-1019 SOC 5: 51-0000
Concentration CIP code: 12.0503.00 SOC 3: 51-3011 SOC 6: 35-3020
Program Description:
The Culinary Arts A.A.S. degree program prepares students for careers as chefs and culinary professionals in a variety of hospitality businesses. The program includes a core of culinary arts courses which develop cooking skills and provide instruction in purchasing, cost control, sanitation, nutrition, and supervision. In addition, students receive a well-rounded academic experience including business, computer, and liberal arts courses that prepare students for a successful career as culinary professionals. Opportunities for graduates include careers as executive chefs, sous-chefs, pastry chefs, line cooks, kitchen managers, catering managers, and even food sales and marketing executives.
Professional Accrediting Body: Accrediting Commission of the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation
State Agency/Entity Oversight: None
Applicable Industry Certification(s) and/or Licensure(s):
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