The Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation. Graduates will earn the Certified Culinarian, which is the first level of certification from the American Culinary Federation.
ACTS Course Numbers
The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) contains information about the transferability of courses within Arkansas public colleges and universities. Students are guaranteed the transfer of applicable credits and equitable treatment in the application of credits for admissions and degree requirements. Go to https://adhe.edu/students-parents/transfer-info-for-students for more information.
Degree Requirements
-This degree requires successful completion of 60 credit hours.
-A minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average required for graduation.
-Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all degree specific courses taken.
-This program of study includes special program fees beyond current tuition and college fees.
-Satisfaction of all financial obligations due to the college is required for graduation.
-Please note: additional prerequisite courses may be required if the minimum placement test scores are not met.
Career Opportunities
Expeditor/Working the pass * FryCook * Grill Cook * Line Cook * Salad Chef * Saute Chef * Banquet Sous Chef * Banquet Chef * Sous Chef * Executive Chef * Corporate Chef * Director of Culinary Management Trainee * Director of Purchasing * Food and Beverage Director
(This is not acomprehensive list of positions that you will be qualified for upon completion of the program.)