Culinary Career Essentials

Technical Certificate

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
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Term 1
Course #	Course Title	Credits
1031612500	Food Theory Description Food 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 Principles Description Provides practical experience applying food science principles in food preparation, analysis, and evaluation of preparation techniques. Prerequisites: 1031612500 Food Theory (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed) and 1031612100 Sanitation and Safety Fundamentals (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed).	3.00
1031612200	Sanitation and Safety Basics Description Learn basic principles of sanitation and safety in order to maintain a safe and healthy food service environment. The course presents laws and regulations related to safety, fire, and sanitation and how to adhere to them in the food service operation. Successful completion of the course enables students to take a national sanitation certification examination.	1.00

At A Glance

How You'll Learn

On Campus

Online Classes

Term Start Dates

Spring 2023: January 9

Summer 2023: May 8

Fall 2023: September 5

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.

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Approximate Cost

$1,282*

*Based on 10-level courses—materials, books, and fees may be additional

What You'll Learn

Apply safety and sanitation codes to conditions and operations in food service kitchens.
Prepare recipes and formulas to industry standards.
Demonstrate attributes of a culinary professional.