CA44 Culinary Arts, Diploma

Offered at the Griffin Campus

Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program: 4 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 52

Program Description

The Culinary Arts Diploma 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, safety and sanitation, nutrition, and practical applications necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Culinary Arts Diploma. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the culinary field as cooks, bakers, or caterers/culinary managers.

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 Diploma
CA44 AY 2018 AY 2019 AY 2020
Total Enrollment 32 33 22
Retention Rate 56.0% 100.0% 57.1%
Graduation Rate 62.5% 75.9% 74.2%
Entry Level Certification by Graduation 0 0 0
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

Basic Skills Courses

Select 1 of the 2 Math courses - 3hrs

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

OR

MATH 1005Applied Technical Mathematics

3

 

EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development

2

 

Select 1 of the 2 English courses - 3 hrs

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

OR

ENGL 1005Applied Technical Communication

3

Total Credit Hours:8

Occupational Courses

 

Cooking Option - 6 credit hours

OR

OR

 

COMP 1000Introduction to Computer Literacy

3

 

Practicum or Advanced CHEF Course - 3 credit hrs

OR

OR

 

Select one of the following

MGMT 1115Leadership

3

OR

OR

Total Credit Hours:44

 

Course will be accepted when transferred in from another institution with a grade of a C or better but may not be offered at this institution.