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Chef's Apprentice, Certificate

Program Snapshot
Academic CredentialCertificate
Total Credit Hours12
Academic PathwayBusiness, Industry, Technology, Manufacturing
AdvisorWilliam “Jacob” Fravel
Instructor Culinary
850.769.1551 ext. 4019
wfravel@gulfcoast.edu

AdvisorMandy Gainey
Chef Instructor
850.769.1551 ext. 5852
mgainey@gulfcoast.edu

AdvisorChris Infinger
Chef Instructor
850.769.1551 ext. 2848
cinfinger@gulfcoast.edu

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Chef's Apprentice, Certificate

Your Ticket to the Professional Kitchen

The Chef's Apprentice Certificate is a 12 credit hour certificate program that provides basic fundamental skills needed for entry into the culinary profession.  These four classes will apply toward the Culinary Management AS degree.
Culinary Students

Chef's Apprentice Course Requirements

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Food Service Sanitation and Safety
Basic Food Preparation
Food Specialties courses

A complete list of courses with descriptions can be found in the Catalog

What can you do with a Chef's Apprentice, Certificate?

In this field, people find careers as:

Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
Cooks, Private Household
Cooks, Restaurant
Cooks, Short Order
Food Preparation Workers

Gulf Coast alumni of this program have continued their education at:

University of Florida
Florida State University - Panama City
University of Central Florida

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Who is Eligible for the Chef's Apprentice Program?
If you are a high school graduate, you can apply to this program. If you have earned credits from a regionally accredited college or university, you may have a head start at Gulf Coast State College.
Why Choose Gulf Coast State College to Earn Your Degree?
You'll get a great education with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state. With small class sizes and professors who care, you'll get the personal attention you deserve. More than 90% of our graduates would recommend Gulf Coast State College to others.

Are you ready to get Started?

Apply to GCSC

Visit the Gulf Coast admissions page to learn more about the application process.

Consult the Gulf Coast State College Catalog for specific program and course information.

APPLY

Apply for Financial Aid & Scholarships

There are many options available to help you pay for college. Find out more about  scholarships and financial aid at Gulf Coast State College.

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Register for Classes

Check out the class registration dates and plan your schedule today.

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