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Culinary Arts

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American Academy of Culinary Arts where great chefs prep

The American Academy of Culinary Arts
The American Academy of Culinary Arts (AACA) at PTC is dedicated to the development of tomorrow’s great American chefs. By emphasizing the classic fundamentals while blending in culture-current trends and international cuisine, AACA prepares students for exciting and diverse culinary careers.

Discover our Culinary Arts Programs

Baking & Pastry

Certificate

Creativity meets skill in PTC’s baking and pastry track, which you can complete in three quick quarters.
Culinary Arts instructor teaching a student

Culinary Arts

Associate in Science

Prepare international cuisine and build upon fundamental skills as you explore culinary management concepts.
salad artfully plated

Culinary Arts

Certificate

Learn fundamental culinary skills in five quarters to gain a foothold in the industry.

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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.

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