Program Overview
PVCC's Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts equips students with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills to excel in the food service industry. The 64-credit program includes a required internship and prepares graduates for immediate employment as chefs, sous chefs, and other culinary professionals in various settings. The program emphasizes practical training and blends professional and technical courses with general academic coursework.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Description:
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary Arts program at Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) equips students with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to succeed in the food service industry. The program blends professional and technical courses in the culinary arts with general academic courses.
Objectives:
- Provide graduates with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills for success in the food service industry.
- Prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation.
Target Audience:
- Individuals interested in careers as chefs, sous chefs, pastry chefs, personal chefs, and line cooks in various settings like casual and fine dining restaurants, hotels, resorts, and country clubs.
Outline:
Program Structure:
- The program requires 64 credit hours.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Chef
- Sous Chef
- Pastry Chef
- Personal Chef
- Line Cook
Employment Settings:
- Casual and fine dining restaurants
- Hotels
- Resorts
- Country clubs
Job Outlook:
- The restaurant and foodservice industry is one of the fastest-growing occupational sectors with a need for well-trained professionals.
Other:
Financial Requirements:
Graduation Requirements:
- Students must take one Civic Engagement (CE) course to graduate. For this program, the CE course is HRI 256.
Program Contact:
- Caitlin McCabe (link sends email)
