CA43 Culinary Arts, Associate of Applied Science Degree
Offered at the Griffin Campus
| Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
4 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
68 |
Program Description
The Culinary Arts degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Culinary Arts degree. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. The culinary field offers diverse job opportunities for cooks, chefs, bakers, cake decorators and caterers. Our program prepares students for entry level management positions in hotels and restaurants as well as in the institutional hospitality industry such as school systems, hospitals, and retirement homes.
Accreditation
The Culinary Arts, Associate Degree and Diploma are accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation, Inc. (ACFEF), Accrediting Commission/committee at 180 Center Pl Way, St., Augustine, FL 32095, Phone (478) 207-2440, Web: https://www.acfchefs.org/.
Program Outcomes
| Culinary Arts |
AAS |
| CA43 |
AY 2018 |
AY 2019 |
AY 2020 |
| Total Enrollment |
54 |
64 |
70 |
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| Retention Rate |
100.0% |
60.0% |
83.3% |
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| Graduation Rate |
59.4% |
79.2% |
78.6% |
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| Entry Level Certification by Graduation |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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| Placement Rate |
100.0% |
100.0% |
100.0% |
| Sources: Enrollment KMS TEC0180, Retention TEC0200, Graduation TEC3111, Placement TEC0112 |
Admission Requirements
- Submit completed application and application fee
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
- Meet assessment requirements
- Student must have the ability to lift 25 lbs., to do prolonged standing, and to tolerate heat.
Approximate additional costs other than tuition, fees, and textbooks
| 2 sets of uniform with aprons |
$115 |
| Knife kit |
$310 |
The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.
Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
Contact Us
Timothy Patridge, Program Coordinator
Email: timothy.patridge@sctech.edu
Phone: (770) 412-5708
Program Courses
General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Credit Hours)
Area I - Language Arts/Communication: 3 credit hrs
Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences: 3 credit hrs
Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics: 3 credit hrs
Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts: 3 credit hrs
General Core Elective - 3 credit hrs
Choose one non-repetitive course from Area I, II, III, or IV (see General Education Core Classes in this catalog)
Occupational Courses - 53 credit hrs
Choose One: (Required)
| COLL 1500 | Student Success | 3 |
| OR | |
| COMP 1000 | Introduction to Computer Literacy | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |