Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
SMCC’s Culinary Arts program offers instruction in food preparation and service to supply these demands. It is the only post-secondary culinary program in Maine certified by the American Culinary Federation. The program curriculum covers all aspects of fundamental food preparation including meats, poultry, fish, vegetables, sauces, soups, bread and pastry baking, desserts, specialty cooking, dining room service and more. Related instruction gives emphasis to management techniques, including inventory control, culinary mathematics, personnel and business management, bookkeeping, accounting and menu planning. General education with coursework in English, math and social science and a 400-hour externship rounds out the program. Opportunities for graduates are wide ranging in all areas of both direct food preparation and related management in the food service field.
Details
Hours
70
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Southern Maine Community College
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
South Portland
Local WIB
4 - Coastal Counties Local Area 4
Type of Attainment:
Associate's Degree
Name of Credential
Associate in Applied Science
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Federal, State & College Grants & Loans
Refund Policy
https://www.smccme.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-fees
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,800.00 Program
In-State Tuition
$96.00 Credit Hour
Other Fees
$2,000.00 Program / course admin. fees
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$192.00 Credit Hour
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,896.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$4,992.00
