{"id":15,"date":"2020-12-02T20:57:19","date_gmt":"2020-12-02T20:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/career-technical-education\/?page_id=15"},"modified":"2026-10-19T13:56:06","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T18:56:06","slug":"culinary-arts","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/career-technical-education\/culinary-arts\/","title":{"rendered":"Culinary Arts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-advanced-tabs alignwide  root-eb-advanced-tabs-63964\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-advanced-tabs-63964 \"><div class=\"eb-advanced-tabs-63964 eb-advanced-tabs-wrapper horizontal\" data-min-height=\"true\"><div class=\"eb-tabs-nav\"><ul class=\"tabTitles\" data-tabs-ul-id=\"eb-advanced-tabs-63964\"><li data-title-tab-id=\"1\" data-title-custom-id=\"\" class=\"active\"><div class=\"tab-title-text\">About<\/div><\/li><li data-title-tab-id=\"2\" data-title-custom-id=\"\" class=\"inactive\"><div class=\"tab-title-text\">Degrees &amp; Certificates<\/div><\/li><li data-title-tab-id=\"3\" data-title-custom-id=\"\" class=\"inactive\"><div class=\"tab-title-text\">Additional Information<\/div><\/li><li data-title-tab-id=\"4\" class=\"inactive\"><div class=\"tab-title-text\">Accreditations<\/div><\/li><li data-title-tab-id=\"5\" class=\"inactive\"><div class=\"tab-title-text\">Courses<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"eb-tabs-contents\">\n<div class=\"eb-tab-wrapper\" data-tab-id=\"3\" data-tab-parent-id=\"eb-advanced-tabs-63964\"><div class=\"eb-tab-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Additional Information &amp; Links<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acfchefs.org\/\">American Culinary Federation (ACF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acfchefs.org\/ACF\/Education\/Enrollment\/Postsecondary\/ACF\/Education\/Enrollment\/Postsecondary\/#MO\">ACF Accreditation for Culinary Programs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stlchefs.org\/\">St. Louis Chefs de Cuisine, ACF Chapter<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scholarships:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/finaid\/scholarship-opportunities\/\">麻豆社 Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stlchefs.org\/Scholarships\">St Louis Chefs de Cuisine Educational Foundation Scholarship Information<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.morestaurants.org\/scholarships.html\">Greater St. Louis Restaurant Association Scholarship<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acfchefs.org\/ACF\/Education\/Scholarships\/\">ACF American Academy of Chefs (AAC) Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Graduation Rate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">麻豆社\u2019s graduation rate is based on the fall cohort of full-time, first-time degree or certificate seeking students who complete their program of study within 150% of normal time to completion.  In the most recent cohort of students, 87% of Culinary AAS and Certficate students completed the Culinary degree or certificate they were seeking within 150% of the normal time to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Job Placement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">麻豆社\u2019s job placement rate is based on career and technical degree or certificate completers who are employed in a related or unrelated field within 180 days after their graduation from 麻豆社.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/institutional-research\/student-outcomes\/job-placement\/\">Career &amp; Technical Job Placement Data<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ACF Certification Rate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">American Culinary Federation (ACF) certification exam pass rate for May 2026 graduates is 85%.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"eb-tab-wrapper\" data-tab-id=\"1\" data-tab-parent-id=\"eb-advanced-tabs-63964\"><div class=\"eb-tab-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 麻豆社 Culinary Arts Program is one of just three programs in the St. Louis region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Culinary Arts program offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree, a Certificate of Achievement and a Certificate of Specialization. The curriculum centers on hands-on learning in our professional culinary kitchen taught by Certified Executive Chefs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program is located on the Union campus in a state-of-the-art kitchen. Students earning an AAS degree study advanced culinary skills, restaurant and foodservice management theory, along with general education coursework.  Certificate of Achievement students enroll in the same culinary coursework as AAS students but without the general education courses.  The Certificate of Specialization allows students to complete an abbreviated program in just two semesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mission Statement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our mission is to ignite a lifelong passion for food while building mastery in culinary knowledge and technical skills. Graduates will be professionals who express their creativity and attention to detail in every dish they prepare.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/career-technical-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/77\/2024\/02\/culinary-arts-students.jpg\" alt=\"Culinary arts students preparing sushi\" class=\"wp-image-36\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Request information about Culinary Arts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n<div id=\"quform-0b8c84\" class=\"quform quform-3 quform-support-page-caching\"><form id=\"quform-form-0b8c84\" class=\"quform-form quform-form-3\" action=\"\/career-technical-education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/15#quform-0b8c84\" method=\"post\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" novalidate=\"novalidate\" 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quform-sub-label-below\">Last<\/label><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"quform-element quform-element-textarea quform-element-3_607620 quform-sr-only quform-cf\" style=\"clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px); clip-path: inset(50%); position: absolute !important; height: 1px; width: 1px; overflow: hidden;\"><div class=\"quform-spacer\"><div class=\"quform-label quform-label-3_607620\"><label class=\"quform-label-text\" for=\"quform_3_607620_0b8c84\">Website URL<span class=\"quform-required\">*<\/span><\/label><\/div><div class=\"quform-inner quform-inner-3_607620\"><textarea id=\"quform_3_607620_0b8c84\" name=\"quform_3_607620\" class=\"quform-field quform-field-textarea quform-field-3_607620\" tabindex=\"-1\" autocomplete=\"new-password\"><\/textarea><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"quform-element quform-element-email quform-element-3_4 quform-cf quform-element-required\"><div class=\"quform-spacer\"><div class=\"quform-label quform-label-3_4\"><label class=\"quform-label-text\" for=\"quform_3_4_0b8c84\">Email address<span class=\"quform-required\">*<\/span><\/label><\/div><div class=\"quform-inner quform-inner-email quform-inner-3_4\"><div class=\"quform-input quform-input-email quform-input-3_4 quform-cf\"><input type=\"email\" id=\"quform_3_4_0b8c84\" name=\"quform_3_4\" class=\"quform-field quform-field-email quform-field-3_4\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"quform-element quform-element-text quform-element-3_5 quform-cf quform-element-optional\"><div class=\"quform-spacer\"><div class=\"quform-label quform-label-3_5\"><label class=\"quform-label-text\" for=\"quform_3_5_0b8c84\">Phone<\/label><\/div><div class=\"quform-inner quform-inner-text quform-inner-3_5\"><div class=\"quform-input quform-input-text quform-input-3_5 quform-cf\"><input type=\"text\" id=\"quform_3_5_0b8c84\" name=\"quform_3_5\" class=\"quform-field quform-field-text quform-field-3_5\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"quform-element quform-element-textarea quform-element-3_6 quform-cf quform-element-optional\"><div class=\"quform-spacer\"><div class=\"quform-label quform-label-3_6\"><label class=\"quform-label-text\" for=\"quform_3_6_0b8c84\">Do you have any specific questions about the Culinary Arts program?<\/label><\/div><div class=\"quform-inner quform-inner-textarea quform-inner-3_6\"><div class=\"quform-input quform-input-textarea quform-input-3_6 quform-cf\"><textarea id=\"quform_3_6_0b8c84\" name=\"quform_3_6\" class=\"quform-field quform-field-textarea quform-field-3_6\"><\/textarea><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"quform-element quform-element-submit quform-element-3_2 quform-cf quform-button-style-theme\"><div class=\"quform-button-submit quform-button-submit-default quform-button-submit-3_2\"><button name=\"quform_submit\" type=\"submit\" class=\"quform-submit\" value=\"submit\"><span class=\"quform-button-text quform-button-submit-text\">Send<\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"quform-loading quform-loading-position-left quform-loading-type-spinner-1\"><div class=\"quform-loading-inner\"><div class=\"quform-loading-spinner\"><div class=\"quform-loading-spinner-inner\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/form><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"eb-tab-wrapper\" data-tab-id=\"2\" data-tab-parent-id=\"eb-advanced-tabs-63964\"><div class=\"eb-tab-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Degrees &amp; Certificates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Culinary Arts, &nbsp;AAS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Description<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From your first day in the kitchen, you will receive hands-on training and practical experience in management, food preparation, and service. Learn from highly qualified faculty with years of experience in the culinary field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program offers hands-on learning in an exceptional facilitty.  Culinary Arts graduates work in restaurants, nutrition centers, catering companies, and other foodservice organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional Positions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kitchen manager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Catering manager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Banquet chef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sous-chef Chef de Cuisine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Format<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Culinary Arts program is a 63 credit-hour Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree taught through a block schedule of course sequencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instructors combine theory and classroom learning with kitchen demonstrations and hands-on practice. Program courses include Food Preparation and Theory, Meat Fabrication, and Safety and Sanitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation (ACF).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mission Statement<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our mission is to ignite a lifelong passion for food while building mastery in culinary knowledge and technical skills. Graduates will be professionals who express their creativity and attention to detail in every dish they prepare.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional Traits<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students also can network with local and regional business leaders through classroom visits, student programs across campus, DECA, and internships. 麻豆社 has also worked closely with regional universities and colleges to design a curriculum for students planning to transfer options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Learning Outcomes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Skills:<\/strong> Graduates will master foundational cooking, baking techniques, and flavor profiles. They will have the knowledge and skills to achieve the ACF Certified Culinarian credential.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Professionalism:<\/strong> Graduates will exhibit time management, teamwork, adaptability and communication skills necessary to thrive in a professional kitchen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Safety and Sanitation:<\/strong> Graduates will employ safe and sanitary food handling based on the National SERV Safe program. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Academic Foundations:<\/strong> Graduates&nbsp;benefit from a broader understanding of the of world, obtained through coursework in Arts, Civics, Sciences, Mathematics and English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Culinary Arts, Certificate of Achievement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Culinary Arts Certificate of Achievement is a 45-credit hour certificate consisting of all culinary courses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The certificate prepares a student to enter the workforce and can build to the Culinary Arts, AAS degree if general education courses are added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Learning Outcomes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Skills:<\/strong> Graduates will master foundational cooking, baking techniques, and flavor profiles. They will have the knowledge and skills to achieve the ACF Certified Culinarian credential.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Professionalism:<\/strong> Graduates will exhibit time management, teamwork, adaptability and communication skills necessary to thrive in a professional kitchen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Safety and Sanitation:<\/strong> Graduates will employ safe and sanitary food handling based on the National SERV Safe program. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Culinary Arts, Certificate of Specialization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Culinary Arts Certificate of Specialization is a 23-credit hour certificate consisting of the fundamental courses of the Culinary Arts degree. Students enrolled in the certificate learn the fundamentals of cuisine and bakery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The certificate prepares a student for advanced culinary courses or entering the workforce with entry-level culinary skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Learning Outcomes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Skills:<\/strong> Graduates will\u00a0understand\u00a0foundational cooking, baking techniques, and flavor profiles. They will have the knowledge and skills to begin their employment in the food service industry.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Professionalism:<\/strong> Graduates will exhibit time management, teamwork, adaptability and communication skills necessary to thrive in a professional kitchen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Safety and Sanitation:<\/strong> Graduates will employ safe and sanitary food handling based on the National SERV Safe program. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.eastcentral.edu\/preview_entity.php?catoid=13&amp;ent_oid=844\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Culinary Arts Course Descriptions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Degrees and Certificates:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.eastcentral.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=13&amp;poid=1085\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Culinary Arts, AAS<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.eastcentral.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=13&amp;poid=1141\">Culinary Arts, Certificate of Achievement<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.eastcentral.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=13&amp;poid=1086\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Culinary Arts, Certificate of Specialization<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"eb-tab-wrapper\" data-tab-id=\"4\" data-tab-parent-id=\"eb-advanced-tabs-63964\"><div class=\"eb-tab-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accreditations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 麻豆社 Culinary Arts program has earned accreditation through the American Culinary Federation, Educational Foundation, Accreditation Commission (ACFEFAC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>American Culinary Federation<\/em><\/strong><br>6816 Southpoint Pkwy Ste. 400<br>(904) 824-4468<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>麻豆社 is accredited by the:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools<\/strong><br>30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400<br>Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504<br>800-621-7440<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"eb-tab-wrapper\" data-tab-id=\"5\" data-tab-parent-id=\"eb-advanced-tabs-63964\"><div class=\"eb-tab-inner\"><div><h2>Culinary Arts Courses<\/h2><hr class=\"aquaHr\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px;\"><table class=\"ecc-course-table\"><thead><tr><th>Courses<\/th><th>Hours<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_101\">CUL 101 Kitchen Fundamentals<\/a><\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_103\">CUL 103 Basic Culinary Methods & Techniques<\/a><\/td><td>5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_104\">CUL 104 Food Safety & Sanitation<\/a><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_105\">CUL 105 Culinary Competition I<\/a><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_106\">CUL 106 Culinary Competition II<\/a><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_107\">CUL 107 Culinary Competition III<\/a><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_111\">CUL 111 Fundamentals of Baking<\/a><\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_112\">CUL 112 Concept Planning & Nutritional Menus<\/a><\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_113\">CUL 113 Intermediate Culinary Methods & Techniques<\/a><\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_114\">CUL 114 Dining Room Management & Table Service<\/a><\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_115\">CUL 115 Introduction to Table Service and Breakfast Cooking<\/a><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_165\">CUL 165 Culinary Internship<\/a><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_212\">CUL 212 Meat & Fish ID & Fabrication<\/a><\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_214\">CUL 214 Garde Manger<\/a><\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_215\">CUL 215 Elements of Banquet & Catering<\/a><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_216\">CUL 216 Fundamentals of Restaurant Operations Management<\/a><\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_217\">CUL 217 Kitchen Supervisory Development<\/a><\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_218\">CUL 218 Kitchen Supervision & Restaurant Operations<\/a><\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_221\">CUL 221 International Cooking<\/a><\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_222\">CUL 222 Advanced Culinary & Restaurant Operations<\/a><\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_223\">CUL 223 Beverage Management<\/a><\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_224\">CUL 224 Advanced Baking & Confections<\/a><\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_229\">CUL 229 Culinary Arts Comprehensive<\/a><\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_270\">CUL 270 I.S.-Culinary Arts<\/a><\/td><td>1 - 5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/academics\/courses\/culinary-arts\/#CUL_280\">CUL 280 Special Topics-Culinary Arts<\/a><\/td><td>1 - 5<\/td><\/tr><\/table><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>John Kennealy<\/strong><br>Culinay Arts Program Coordinator<br>John.Kennealy@eastcentral.edu   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/麻豆社CulinaryClub?fref=ts\">Visit us on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Programmatic Accreditation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/acf-1.png\" alt=\"ACF: American Culinary Federation logo\" class=\"wp-image-41\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/about-ecc\/notice-of-non-discrimination\/\">Notice of Non-Discrimination<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Contact John KennealyCulinay Arts Program CoordinatorJohn.Kennealy@eastcentral.edu Visit us on Facebook Programmatic Accreditation: Notice of Non-Discrimination<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":98,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_eb_attr":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-15","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.7 - 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