Start Your Culinary Education at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Washington!
If you ever thought about going to cooking school in the Washington, DC metro area, you'll want to learn more about The Art Institute of Washington.
Other Washington DC Area Schools
Besides The Art Institute of Washington, you may also be interested in checking out the Baltimore International College in Baltimore, MD and Stratford University in Falls Church, Virginia. Both very good schools offering top programs.
Below is some basic information about The international Culinary School at The Art Institute of Washington and its programs, but if you really want to learn more, you should fill out the short questionnaire and someone will contact you to talk about how to apply, time requirements, costs and just about anything else you may need to know.
The International Culinary School at
The
Art Institute of Washington
A branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, GA
1820 N Fort Myer Dr.
Arlington, VA 22209
Why Choose The Art Institute of Washington?
You will be trained classically learning the principles of the great French chef Escoffier and building on those skills to understand today's cuisine. Your instructors are Chefs who have worked in the culinary industry, know what it takes to be successful and are there to help you become successful.
Your education will include lectures, classroom demos, field trips, externships, classroom training but most importantly of all, hands on training. Your classes will average about 20 for kitchen labs and about 30 for group lectures.
Once you graduate, you will have the skills to enter the job market at an entry level position as a line cook, assistant pastry chef, catering cook or one of the other in demand positions in the culinary world.
Programs of Study
Associate degree in Culinary Arts: This degree program builds on the material covered in the certificate course and through expert instruction gives the student a foundation in hand and knife skills as well as a more in-depth study of baking and pastry preparation. The student will also learn about pantry cooking, American and international cuisines. There is a focus on the development of presentation, teamwork, and time management skills. Instructors will also give an advanced course in food preparation that will also you to create delicious dishes from even the most basic ingredients. Graduates from this program will be able to join the food service industry in entry-level positions such as line cook, prep cook and first cook in food service facilities such as hotels the world over.
Diploma in Culinary Arts - Baking & Pastry Program - combination program combining hands baking with an emphasis on pastry and bread making with business skills and critical thinking.
Diploma in Culinary Skills: This is a certificate program that provides students with a basic foundation in such areas as cooking techniques, baking, sanitation and a basic introduction to professional kitchen appliances. Upon receiving the certificate the student has the opportunity to further their training to a diploma status with a course in regional American cuisine and nutrition under the tutelage of expert instructors in a practical hands-on environment. This education is geared to give successful graduates the skills necessary to enter the food service industry in entry-level positions such as line cook, prep cook and catering assistant.
Bachelor degree in Culinary Arts Management: You'll be focusing on what it takes to manage a kitchen, restaurant, or catering operation. You’ll study communications, training, leadership, management, accounting, marketing, financial management, and employee relations. As a graduate, you're prepared to seek entry-level employment such as restaurant manager or catering manager in restaurants, hospitals, cruise ships, and banquet facilities
Bachelor degree in Food & Beverage Management:
Associate degree in Wine, Spirits & Beverage Management:
Going to School in Metro Washington DC
Located in Arlington, Virginia, the Art Institute is situated near the capital of the United States. There are countless opportunities to escape the culinary world by exploring national monuments, cultural and ethnic centers, a number of outdoor biking and hiking trails, and a hopping nightlife.
Shopping and business opportunities are diverse, and many graduates move on to take advantage of the area's professional culinary options.
What Do You Need To Know to Get Into Culinary School?
As the Reluctant Gourmet, I have never been to cooking school, but I keep telling myself it's never too late. The best way for you to learn more about becoming a chef is to visit my new Culinary School Resource Center. Here you will find articles, books, school resources and many other useful resources.
Also, try reading as much as you can about going to cooking school and what it is like to be a professional chef. One book I highly recommend to anyone thinking about culinary school is, The Making of A Chef, by Michael Ruhlman. It will really help you understand what you may be getting yourself into. For a complete list of Books For Cooks.
