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What is Culinary arts like What is advanced training for culinary arts like? ?

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Shaneil’s Answer

I went through advanced training at The Culinary Institute of America in San Antonio. It was intensive, but well worth it. You learn so much in the courses provided. My advice would be to take every moment seriously. I would buy 10 lbs of potatoes and practice my knife cuts at home after school. You learn the “why’s” behind everything and the resources to support you throughout, which has carried me through my career. You learn how to fix mistakes and when you see something that’s not right, you understand the reasons why. The courses set you apart from being a line cook and a true chef.
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Michael’s Answer

Hi Travis,

Please see Shaneil's answer since she has first hand culinary experience. I'll take the approach of providing information on the educational pathway for a career in the Culinary Arts.

According to ChefsPencil.com, here are the top colleges and universities to consider for Culinary with program duration, cost of tuition and equipment and supplies:

- Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
- Culinary Institute of America
- Institute of Culinary Education
- Kendall College School of Culinary Arts
- Culinary Institue LENOTRE
- Johnson and Wales Culinary College
- Monroe College
- Stratford University School of Culinary Arts
- Sullivan University National Center for Hospitality Studies
- Culinary Institute of Virginia

https://www.chefspencil.com/best-culinary-schools-in-america/

When reviewing colleges and universities, it is best to check the following:

- In-State vs Out of State Tuition
- Internships
- Scholarships
- Career Placement upon graduation
- Course work and offered classes
- Post-Graduate Degrees - Master and Doctoral

Scholarship applications can start to be submitted during your Junior year and will continue throughout your Senior year in high school. It is best to ask your Academic Advisor/School Counselor on the timeline process as well. Scholarship applications will have specific deadlines and requirements to meet in order to be submitted for review and consideration.

You may want to start to compile your resume/portfolio since a majority of scholarship applications will require academic grade point average (GPA), academic accomplishments, school activities (clubs, sports, etc.), community involvement (volunteer, church, etc.), academic and personal recommendations, etc. There may be essay requirements on why you are a qualified candidate to receive the scholarship, what your future goals are academically and professionally and other questions centering around who you are, your beliefs, etc.

Here are a couple of links for Culinary Scholarships:

https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/top-culinary-scholarships/

https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-major/culinary-scholarships/

Here are a couple of links for College Scholarships:

https://www.mometrix.com/blog/scholarships-for-college/

https://www.nchchonors.org/students/awards-scholarships/national-scholarships

Also, it will be best to check with the colleges and universities that you will be applying to. You can check with the School/Department of your desired major, the Campus Career Center and the Register's Office for additional information for college scholarships and grants and specific requirements for qualifications.

Hope this helps and best wishes for your education and career in Culinary!
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Jason’s Answer

I went through the advanced training course ay Johnson & Whales. It was an intense course where you crammed a full years worth of school in two months. Before qualifying to get into this program we had to take a huge test on our food knowledge. Different culinary terminology, recipes, procedures and anything kitchen, liquor, origins, and many other information related to cooking. I attended B.O.C.E.S for Culinary Arts and worked in several restaurant in high school to gain knowledge and experience. Reading cook books and experimenting will help a lot to get a head start. Again don't be afraid to mess up because that's how you learn. Use your family and friends to test your skills. Most of all enjoy doing it because it can be a really long road. good luck.
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