Culinary Arts Certificate

Are you passionate about food? Do you enjoy making people smile when they eat your dish? Make your dreams a reality and enroll at the Culinary Arts Institute today. This certificate program will provide you with comprehensive training for entry-level positions in food service. You will be taught by expert chefs with many years of experience and talent who will show you the fundamental techniques you need to succeed in the industry. Enjoy small and affordable classes that are local and easily accessible, where you will experience one-on-one, hands-on instruction. Take advantage of the largest and most modern instructional kitchens in NJ to help you reach your dreams. Hybrid classes available. Start working on your career today!

Note: Enrollment in culinary arts or baking and pastry labs requires the mandatory purchase and use of our customized uniforms and knife kits, which are essential to your safety while taking classes in our facility. Please email BCHFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE or call (201) 360-4630 for further information on how to obtain them prior to your first day of class.

 

Our students come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. What unites all of them is their passion for food and service. See what they had to say…

 

HCCC CAI has an amazing Culinary Certificate program that allows hard working individuals like myself to be able to attend school and earn the education and experience needed in the industry, without taking time off from work and running a small business. The professional and personal relationships I built along the way gave me the opportunity to give back and employ fellow alumni. I’m grateful for the time I spent at CAI and the knowledge I gained from the experience.

Renee Geronimo

2015 Certificate Recipient – Hot Food

Renee knew she had made the right move with the Culinary Arts Institute at HCCC.

The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF) (www.acfchefs.org) has granted Exemplary Accreditation to the following HCCC programs through June 30, 2031:

AAS Culinary Arts
AAS Culinary Arts - Baking and Pastry Option
Certificate - Culinary Arts
Certificate - Baking and Pastry Arts

The AAS Culinary Arts and Certificate - Culinary Arts have been accredited continuously since 06/30/1997.

Why we are your 1^st and only choice for Culinary Arts?

With over 10 labs, we are the largest and most modern culinary program in the State of New Jersey.

 

Nationally Accredited American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accredited (since 1997)

Our signature culinary arts program has been accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation continuously since 1997. Our program has the recognition for its high standards and reputable influence on our graduates.

We look forward to helping you achieve your goals. Use one of the links below to start your journey at HCCC!

 

Are you ready to get started?

• Apply today.
• Visit our Admissions and Financial Aid page for more information.

Are you looking for more information?

• Contact the BCH Division at (201) 360-4630 or email at caiFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE
• View other programs in the BCH Meta-Major or view Academic Pathways.
• For more information on BCH careers, visit Career Coach.

Are you looking for other options?

• Visit the School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development.
• Visit HCCC’s Early College program page.
• Thinking about transfer? Visit the Transfer Pathways page.

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