School of
Culinary Arts

Discover how PTC supports you.

Learn at the American Academy of Culinary Arts.

You will learn in modern, gleaming kitchens. You’ll also benefit from attentive, hands-on instruction to prepare for the practically unlimited range of opportunities that exist for culinary professionals.

Our chefs love sharing their knowledge.

At the American Academy of Culinary Arts (AACA), Chefs who comprise our faculty season their extensive skills and experience with a passion for sharing their knowledge and love for baking and international cuisine. Meet the Chefs.

Put your skills to work in an internship.

If you pursue an associate degree, you’ll leave our kitchens during your last quarter to gain professional experience in an internship. You’ll even create a digital portfolio to showcase what you’ve learned and created. Consider it your edge, in addition to your education, when interviewing for that all-important first job. Head into the Kitchen.

Career Services is your job search team.

When you’re ready to take all that you’ve learned out into the real world, our Career Services team will work with you to help build your job-search skills and connect you to potential employers. And, you can continue to count on their expertise and support throughout your career. Discover Career Services.