Culinary Arts A.A.S. is an Associate Degree program offered by Dallas College in Lancaster, TX. Tuition is $5,940 total.
Program Overview
The A.A.S. degree in Culinary Arts provides students the basic and advanced skills, practice and experience needed to build a professional culinary career. This degree program will equip students to advance into supervisory roles as their experience and skills develop. Components of the degree program include supervisory and management theory and practice, including nutrition and menu planning, guest service, purchasing, kitchen layout and design, and food and labor cost controls. Hands-on food preparation techniques include both basic theory and advanced practice in garde manger, saucier, quantity production as well as American regional and international cuisines. Practical work experience and academic preparation are also included in this degree to produce well-rounded professionals with the confidence to become leaders in the food and hospitality industry. All CHEF, HAMG, IFWA, PSTR and RSTO courses must be completed with a “C" or better. This award is accredited by the American Culinary Federation and completers qualify for entry-level pastry chef certification. Courses that complete the degree, the Culinary Arts Foundations (CF) and Culinary Arts Specialist (CS) Certificates are noted below.
Courses in Semester 1 are taught in 8- and 16-week semesters. Students enrolled in a 16-week semester cannot take CHEF 1301 and CHEF 2331 in the same semester.
After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach and apply for the Culinary Arts Foundations Certificate.
MATHEMATICS ELECTIVE This is a Core course. M ust earn a grade of “C" or higher. There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE This is a Core course. There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Culinary Arts Specialist Certificate and the Culinary Arts A.A.S.
Curriculum
Dallas College publishes a semester-by-semester pathway for this credential totalling 60 semester credit hours across 22 courses, listed below. The pathway is an example sequence, not a contract; the official requirements are in the college catalog.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Admission Requirements and Process
Credential type: Associate of Applied Science.
Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations