Culinary Arts/Chef Training

The Culinary Arts/Chef Training certificate program at Central Maine Community College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Auburn, ME. This program falls within the culinary arts field (CIP 12.0503) and introduces students to foundational cooking methods, kitchen safety, food handling, and culinary production in a professional setting.

Students seeking a more in-depth culinary credential may also consider the two- to four-year Culinary Arts/Chef Training certificate or the Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager certificate available at the same school. Additional programs at Central Maine Community College include Network and System Administration/Administrator, Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician, and Building Construction Technology/Technician. The one- to two-year certificate offers a shorter path for students entering the food service industry.