Diploma Program Advanced Culinary Arts Professional
The mission of the  Advanced Culinary Arts Professional Diploma Program is to give students the culinary skills required for entry into the food service industry. The American Culinary Federation (ACF) accredits Stratford's culinary programs.      The Diploma Program includes core and elective requirements. The total requirement is 60 quarter credits and normally takes 50 weeks to complete. Students should note that all courses are not offered each term. Check term schedules for details. Core Requirements
Number	Course Name	Credits
CUL110	Fundamentals of Culinary Arts	4.5
CUL120	Culinary Theory	4.5
CUL130	Advanced Culinary Theory	4.5
CUL140	Introduction to Cooking Techniques	4.5
CUL142	Garde Manger	4.5
CUL150	Sauces, Soups, & Stocks	4.5
CUL152	Elements of Entrée Production	4.5
CUL160	Fundamentals of Baking	4.5
CUL162	Pastry Arts	4.5
HOS270	Hospitality Supervision	4.5
CUL210	Nutrition & Menu Planning	4.5
CUL215	Dining Room Service	4.5
	Total Core Component	54.0
Elective Requirements      Students are required to complete 6.0 elective quarter credits.  In conjunction with an academic advisor, students will choose appropriate additional culinary arts or related hospitality, computer, or business administration courses to fulfill the elective requirements. Students normally choose to take CUL281 and CUL282. Other elective options may be available with approval from the Program Director.
	Total Elective Component	6.0
Total Required for Graduation		60.0
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