The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts is designed to provide the theoretical foundation and technical skills necessary for success in the food service industry. It has been developed in response to student interest and industry demands. This program is aimed to give students the background and expertise necessary to enter the food service industry in entry to mid-level positions, and to advance through a variety of related positions.

Le Cordon Bleu's partnership with the Orlando Culinary Academy combines classical French techniques with cutting-edge American technology. Students will be required to demonstrate culinary proficiencies at every level of their program. It combines classical methodology with a contemporary philosophy and includes over 450 specific proficiencies. Students will be exposed to a cross-cultural spirit and international culinary techniques, which focus on demonstration followed by practical application. The Le Cordon Bleu Diploma has worldwide recognition and local appeal.

The culinary arts degree program represents a complete, well-rounded curriculum that provides a foundation for students to enter the food service industry in any of a multitude of positions. The program is designed to be 15 months in length - 12 months on campus followed by a 3 month externship where students apply their newly acquired skills in the "real" world. Graduates should be prepared to assume positions such as cook, apprentice chef, food and beverage manager, or kitchen manager in settings such as restaurants, hotels, schools, bakeries, resorts, and cruise ships.

Orlando Culinary Academy is part of the Career Education Corporation network. CEC is pleased to make placement assistance available for our graduates and alumni. Our schools have global access to candidates and job opportunities from our domestic and international sites. Career Services departments are located on many of our campuses and will aid in securing employment that is both exciting and rewarding.

Their priority is to assist graduates from CEC schools. They are committed to finding the best employment opportunities for our graduates, and to providing the employers with whom we work the best possible candidates.

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