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Culinary – Programs & Curriculum

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Culinary Arts - Associate of Applied Science

Program Overview

Are you looking for culinary art programs in Raleigh-Durham? In your search for culinary arts schools in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, look no further than The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham. Our Culinary Arts associate’s degree program can first teach you the basics, including knife and hand skills, and then you’ll delve into specialty areas like baking and pastry, garde manger, international and American cuisines, and à la carte. In The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science degree program, you will be prepared to seek entry-level positions including prep cook, line cook, and first cook. End your search for culinary art programs in Raleigh-Durham at The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham.

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Program Description
The seven-quarter Culinary Arts program prepares graduates for a variety of careers in the foodservice industry. This preparation is accomplished through practical experiences in industry-current kitchens, including simulated situations and real-world production applications in the dining lab and in internship environments. The program presents a broad introduction to the many aspects of the foodservice industry using a learner-centered approach to culinary education. Food production skills are complemented by courses detailing the business of culinary arts along with general studies to enable graduates to become well-rounded. Graduates of this program are prepared to pursue entry-level positions in the field including Prep Cook, Line Cook, Pastry Cook, Assistant Kitchen Manager, and Assistant Food & Beverage Manager. The general objectives for the program are:

• To demonstrate knife skills, use of mis en place, appropriate use and care of equipment, selection of appropriate cooking techniques and other recipe preparation skills (measuring and product identification) to successfully follow directions orally and from recipes. Plan, prepare, produce, and professionally present dishes while consistently maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment as defined by HACCP standards.
• To demonstrate the ethical and professional values of the culinary profession (including demonstrating the ability to conform to professional standards of conduct related to timeliness, appearance, behavior in a kitchen, especially in relating to diverse populations among coworkers and customers) through successful preparation of a resume and cover letter and the completion of team oriented tasks.
• To describe and perform tasks related to common business practices within the culinary industry including planning, cost control, food purchasing, and inventory and menu design, and develop a business plan that is appropriate for the business and the market.
• To describe the principles of food and beverage management as well as the functions essential to the operation of the dinning room in a restaurant.

Tuition Data for this program at The Art Institute of Raleigh–Durham

Below is the current tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.

Books & Digital Resources	$1,400
Program Fees	$200
Room & Board*	$19,488
Tuition	$52,976

*optional where available

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Program Costs

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Below is the institution tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.
Books & Digital Resources $1,400
Program Fees $200
Room & Board* $19,488
Tuition $52,976
*optional where available

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Success

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The program could take as little as 27 months to complete.
24% of graduates from this program finished in this time.

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According to accreditor (ACICS) calculations, the job placement rate for students who graduate from this program is 81%.

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For more information on job opportunities in this field of study: ONET Online. The job opportunities link is for general information purposes. The program you have selected could have different outcomes. Please check with your admissions registrar for detailed information.