What's Cooking?
If your motivation is cooking for other people, a career in Culinary Arts might be just what you are looking for. The Culinary Arts program offers a curriculum that leads to positions in agencies and institutions that provide social and community activities.
What are my career choices?
A Culinary Arts degree can lead to employment in the areas of hotel and restaurant management, cruise ships food service, personal chef opportunities and food and beverage operations. You will find that your career choices are numerous in the culinary field.
| Culinary Arts Career | Median Annual
SalaryⓘBased on research conducted by the Kentucky Center for Education and Workforce Statistics
(KCEWS) in 2016 for the state of Kentucky.
|
|---|---|
| Culinary Arts Professional Development | $46,594 |
| Baking | $23,738 |
| Fundamentalist of Culinary Arts | $42,047 |
| Culinary Arts | $42,047 |
| Food and Beverage Management | $42,047 |
| Advanced Culinary Arts | $42,047 |
| Advanced Food and Beverage Management | $46,594 |
| Culinary Arts - Diploma | $42,047 |
| Food and Beverage Management- Diploma | $42,047 |
| Culinary Arts - Associate's Degree | $46,594 |
| Food and Beverage Management - Associate's Degree | $46,594 |
What classes do I have to take?
A core of Culinary Arts courses and general education courses are required. Depending on the track you choose, you may be required to take some business classes. You may be required to do a have practicum or co-op experience using skills and principles learned from your training before graduation.
What are my degree, diploma or certificate options?
Degrees and Transfers
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Culinary Arts
- AAS Degree in Culinary Arts - Food and Beverage Management Track
- AAS Degree in Culinary Arts - Catering and Personal Chef Track
Diploma Options
Certificate Options
- Fundamentals of Culinary Arts Certificate
- Culinary Arts Certificate
- Advanced Culinary Arts Certificate
- Food and Beverage Management Certificate
- Advanced Food and Beverage Management Certificate
- Catering Certificate
- Advanced Catering Certificate
Additional Information
Resources
Gainful Employment Disclosure Information
Where do I start?
Apply for admission to ECTC to receive information from the Admissions Office about submitting your placement test scores (ACT or COMPASS exams) and to schedule a meeting with an advisor to register for your classes.
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
