Culinary Arts

Be a Top Chef! 
 
Modern food service is evolving rapidly, providing a tremendous variety of workplaces from the exclusive dining room to the school cafeteria, from small intimate restaurants to the large hotel restaurants and catering facilities.  
 
Our degrees and certificates teach you to understand the workings of food and the interplay among ingredients, cooking methods, cost factors, nutrition, and a satisfying dining experience.  
 
Duration 
Our program offers a variety of Certificates of Achievement that can be earned in less than 2 semesters. In addition, we offer a local Associate of Science degree that can be earned in 4 semesters if you are a full-time student. 
 
For more information, please visit our department webpage:  Culinary Arts 
 
Each academic plan below represents one possible pathway for the program and is for reference only. We highly encourage you to meet with a counselor to create an education plan specific to your goals!  

Sample Academic Plan

Major Course Class Title Requirement Units Semester GE Pattern Comments Milestones

Note: This is not an educational plan. Pathways for transfer to CSUs (California State Universities) can vary by institution. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop an individualized plan for your academic goal. 

 

 


Explore Careers

Want to learn more about the kinds of job opportunities you'd have after completing this program? Click through the profiles below to see the different careers this major leads to, the specific skills employers are looking for, and your potential salary in that career. You can even browse current, local job openings in that field! If you're not sure what career might be for you, click here to take a survey that can help you connect your interests with specific career opportunities.  


 

Not Sure?


Take our general academic pathway to give you time to find your passion while still meeting requirements for an associate degree. Learn More
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