Program Details


Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts

School of Business and Public Management
Academic Commons North 102
912-279-5852
Program Coordinator:
Carl Miller  279-5852
cmiller@ccga.edu

Career opportunities in the hospitality industry are many and varied. There is a documented need for well-educated professionals in Culinary Arts in the Coastal Georgia area as well as in the state and nation. Tourism has increased significantly and is a major component of the nation’s economy. Positions are available in resorts, hotels and restaurants.

The Culinary Arts program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and is designed to provide students the educational opportunities to meet the learning objectives of the ACF, which certifies Chefs. The program is structured on a cohort format. The course work in the Culinary Arts program includes but is not limited to theory and skill development in food preparation, hospitality management, purchasing and receiving, menu planning/design, food and beverage management, and sanitation. Successful completion of this program along with various work experiences in the culinary field will make the student eligible for ACF certification. The program emphasizes skills in Culinary Arts as well as in management.

The Program Mission and objectives of the culinary program is to prepare students to perform effectively in the culinary specialty, with the ability to advance into a satisfying hospitality career. The program objectives are to:

  1. Prepare students to competently perform in an entry-level position as a cook, pastry cook, or food service management trainee.
  2. Provide knowledge and skills that will allow graduates to advance in the hospitality industry and recognize that learning is a lifelong process.
  3. Ensure that students acquire the knowledge and are able to apply professional work ethics (attendance, character, teamwork, appearance, attitude, productivity, organizational skills, communication, cooperation, and respect) in the professional work environment.
  4. Expose students to many different aspects of the industry, including but not limited to internship, community and college events.
  5. Provide skilled graduates with career opportunities to match the community employers’ needs. Provide students with the knowledge and self-confidence needed to pass various national certification exams.

For career associate degree completion, the University System of Georgia requires a minimum of 21 general education hours. The College requires that at least one general education course is completed in the following areas: humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, and natural science/mathematics. These courses do not specifically focus on a particular occupation or profession. A total of 23 hours core curriculum is required in the Culinary Arts program. Additionally, the program may offer additional general education courses that support the major.

Program Curriculum

Total Credits Required for Graduation 71
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