The culinary world is a competitive place. The fast-paced working environment and opportunities to create new and tasty dishes appeal to many people. If you’re considering a formal culinary education, the next question is—which degree is right for you?
We've discussed the option of certificate and associate degree programs; this article goes one step higher and compares associate degrees with bachelor degrees.
| Associate Degree in Culinary Arts |
Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts |
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Prerequisites |
A high school diploma or its equivalent |
High school diploma or GED |
Program Length |
Two years |
Four years |
Courses Covered |
Entrepreneurship, catering cuisine, culinary presentation, regional cuisine, inventory control, baking and pastry arts |
Hospitality law, customer service, food safety, food traditions, plate presentation, food preparation |
Career Choices |
Private home cook, food preparation manager, sous chef, garde manager, menu planner |
Sous chef, assistant pastry chef, food service director, food stylist, personal chef |
