Culinary Arts: AAS (CTE)

Associate of Applied Science | 64 credits minimum
250 hours On the Job Training (OJT)

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Program Description
The Culinary Arts (CHEF) program requires five semesters to complete the curriculum as outlined by the American Culinary Federation Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFFAC). In addition to two years of related instruction, there is an on-the-job training requirement of 250 hours where the work must be performed in a pre-approved establishment with more than 50% of the food being prepared from scratch.

Career Opportunities
Culinary Arts is a CTE (Career and Technical Education) program. Students in CTE programs are highly recruited by businesses and industries. SLCC has relationships with businesses and industries within the community and can help CTE graduates get into a career upon graduation. In some cases, students may be hired before they graduate and are able to complete their education while employed in their career. Opportunity increases from association with The American Culinary Federation, Inc. (ACF), a professional organization for chefs and cooks made up of more than 22,000 members belonging to more than 230 chapters across the U.S. The SLCC Culinary Institute is also a proud member of the Retail Baker’s Association. With this membership, all degree-seeking students can complete a written exam after successful completion of the pre-requisite requirements, Food Prep I, Baking I Lecture/Lab, and Baking II. RBA’s BakeryX is a Student Certification and Career Launch Program that works with RBA member and non-member trade schools, community colleges and universities to provide their baking & pastry students with the opportunity to become certified as a Certified Journey Baker at a reduced rate of $50 per student (member rate). Upon successfully passing the CJB, the student will receive a complimentary year-long individual RBA membership. Ask the Associate Dean for more information.

Transfer/Articulation Information
Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Course fees: $1,455
Supplies $1,075

Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.

Program Entry Requirements
Entering students must prove competence for MATH 0920 through the SLCC approved placement process, or complete MATH 0920 or higher with a grade of C or better, Developmental math can be enrolled concurrently with first semester classes in Culinary Arts. Students also must prove competence for ENGL 0990 through the SLCC approved placement process or completing ENGL 0900 with a grade of C or better.

Specialized Accreditation
Accreditation by American Culinary Federation Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFFAC) assures that a program is meeting at least a minimum of standards and competencies set for faculty, curriculum and student services. ACFFAC is recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Salt Lake Community College is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Accrediting Commission (ACFFAC).

General Education Requirements

Complete all General Education courses. Refer to Notes for program specific requirements and recommendations.

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) General Education Requirements

Program General Education Notes

REQUIRED:

Quantitative Studies (QS): CHEF 1320

RECOMMENDED:

Human Relations (HR): CTEL 1010* or
MKTG 1010

*recommended for students wishing to participate in SkillsUSA.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (44 credits)

Required courses for Baking or Culinary Tracks

Additional Required for the Baking Track

Additional Required for the Culinary Track

On the Job Training (OJT)

All students required to complete 250 hours of on the job training (OJT).

Elective Courses Baking Track (6 Credits)

Elective options for the Certified Culinarian certification through the American Culinary Federation

Note: Required classes cannot also count as an elective class.

Elective Courses Culinary Track (6 Credits)

Elective options for the Certified Culinarian certification through the American Culinary Federation

Note: Required classes cannot also count as an elective class.

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Culinary Arts AAS: Full-time (Certified Culinarian)
Culinary Arts AAS: Full-time (Baking Track)
Time to completion is 5 semesters based on a full-time minimum of 15 credits per semester. Less than 15 credits per semester will increase time to completion.

Additional Program Notes

All students are required to complete 250 hours of on-the-job training (OJT) prior to graduation.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Demonstrate and apply principles and techniques of sanitation, personal hygiene, and professional attire to the hospitality environment. [1,2]
Demonstrate the skills and behaviors required during customer service to analyze, judge, and act in ways that contribute to guest satisfaction. [1,4,5]
Use industry specific technology to retrieve, create, organize, and communicate information in ways that inform and enhance individual and organizational performance. [1,2]
Demonstrate and analyze food cost and implement necessary controls to maintain costs and ensure profitability within a food service operation. [1,2]
Demonstrate a comprehension of cooking techniques and knife skills. [1]
Demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge needed to be a supervisor in the hospitality industry. [1,4,5]
Apply the principles and practices of sustainability to respect heritage, the process and the health of the planet for future generations. [1,4,5,8]
Demonstrate professionalism and leadership standards relating to appearance, time management and conduct. [7]