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Culinary Career Essentials
Technical Certificate
About the Culinary Career Essentials Program
Learn culinary basics and training for entry-level food service jobs. The program is the core of other certificates and the Culinary Arts program.
Program Outline
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1031612100 | Sanitation and Safety FundamentalsDescriptionApplies sanitary, safety, and legal principles to practices in the food service industry. Successful completion of the course enables students to take a national sanitation certification examination. |
2.00 |
| 1031612500 | Food TheoryDescriptionFood science principles applied to professional culinary food preparation. Units include professional kitchen operation, recipe terminology, and cooking techniques for various food categories. |
3.00 |
| 1031612600 | Food Production PrinciplesDescriptionProvides practical experience applying food science principles in food preparation, analysis, and evaluation of preparation techniques. Prerequisite(s): 1031612500 Food Theory (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed) and 1031612100 Sanitation and Safety Fundamentals (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed). |
3.00 |
At A Glance
How You'll Learn
On Campus
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Online Classes
Term Start Dates
| Summer 2020: May 8 | Fall 2020: September 2 | Spring 2021: January 6 |
Start dates represent the beginning of a new term. Certain programs or courses may not be available to start every term. Please view the course schedules for a list of upcoming classes or contact the Welcome Center at 715-365-4493.
Approximate Cost
$1,073*
*Based on 10-level courses - materials, books, and fees may be additional
Your Potential Careers
Entry-level Food Service
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Your application can be submitted online, it takes just a few minutes to complete.