Culinary Arts - Academic Certificate (2009)

General Education Requirements (6 Credits)
ENG 101College Composition I3
ECO 101Principles of Economics I3
Major Requirements (12 Credits)
HMM 103Intro. to Hospitality Mgmt.3
HMM 1043
HMM 1103
HMM 1143
Additional Requirements (12 Credits)
HMM 1123
BUS 203Intro. to Entrepreneurship3
HMM 210 *3
HMM 264Food & Beverage Management3
Total Credits30
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HMM 104 Food Protection and Safety (3)

HMM 110 Introduction to Culinary Arts  (3)

HMM 112 Culinary Nutrition (3)

HMM 114 Introduction to Baking and Pastry Arts (3)

HMM 210 Commercial Restaurant Operations & Service Management (3)

Notes:

  1. For an explanation of why General Education courses are included in this Program, please refer to the Section on General Education for an explanation of its Purpose and Requirements.
  2. This plan assumes the student is eligible to enroll in College Level Courses (designated as 100 +, e.g., ACC 102 Prin Accounting II ManagerialHST 131 Latin American History IMTH 221 Calc with Analytic Geom III).  Placement results will determine College Level Readiness in English and Mathematics.  

Culinary Arts - Academic Certificate

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Will Earn Upon Program Completion: Academic Certificate (AC)


The Culinary Arts Academic Certificate provides students with foundational training in culinary techniques and food service operations essential for success in the hospitality and food industry. The program combines hands-on instruction in food preparation, menu planning, sanitation, and kitchen management with coursework in customer service and hospitality operations.

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Students gain the practical and technical skills needed to work in professional kitchens, catering operations, restaurants, hotels, and institutional food service environments. The certificate prepares graduates for entry-level culinary positions and serves as a pathway for those seeking advanced study and career advancement.