Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts

Associate of Applied Science
Piedmont Virginia Community College

The restaurant and foodservice industry is one of the fastest growing occupational sectors with a need for well-trained and skilled professionals. The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary Arts blends professional and technical courses in the culinary arts with general academic courses that provide graduates with the technical knowledge and hands on skills needed to be successful in the foodservice industry. The required internship provides students with the opportunity to apply and put into practice what they are learning in a real-time setting and to gain insight into their chosen field. Career opportunities in the restaurant and foodservice industry include: chefs, sous chefs, pastry chefs, personal chefs and line cooks at casual and fast food restaurants as well as hotels, resorts and country clubs. The Associate of Applied Science Degree prepares students for immediate employment upon graduation.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Piedmont Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Professional Cooking
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Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts
61
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary Arts
61
AAS CULINARY ARTS
61
Course Requirements for AAS CULINARY ARTS
61
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 112
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 154
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Humanities elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Social Science elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 106
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 119
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BAK 128
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 145
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HRI 158
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CUL 290
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 206
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 207
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 218
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 107
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 220
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HRI 225
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HRI 251
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Civic Engagement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 259
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CUL 256
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BAK 280
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BAK 281
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BUS 274
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
UNUSED COURSES
0
Plan GPA Requirement for AAS CULINARY ARTS
0
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Credit for Prior Learning https://www.pvcc.edu/credit-prior-learning
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Piedmont Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts - Pastry Arts SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts - Culinary Management SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Applied Science in Culinary ArtsAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
35-1011.00Chefs and Head CooksDirect and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
35-2019.00Cooks, All OtherAll cooks not listed separately.Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
35-2012.00Cooks, Institution and CafeteriaPrepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
35-2014.00Cooks, RestaurantPrepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants. May order supplies, keep records and accounts, price items on menu, or plan menu.Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
35-1012.00First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving WorkersDirectly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in preparing and serving food.Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 61 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts at Piedmont Virginia Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $169 Per Credit $10,309 $0 $10,309 https://www.pvcc.edu/tuition-fees
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.