ACAP Brochure

OPPORTUNITIES

Turn your passion for food into career growth with hands-on skills from the world’s premier culinary college.

CIA’S ACCELERATED CULINARY ARTS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (ACAP)

is perfect for you if you already hold a bachelor’s degree and are pursuing a food-related career.

IN JUST 30 WEEKS, YOU’LL BE READY

to step into kitchens across the world, work with suppliers, and more. With the practical knowledge offered by our ACAP, you’re primed to work with and lead professionals across the foodservice industry.

IS CIA’S ACAP RIGHT FOR YOU?

• You want to complement your bachelor’s degree with specialized culinary knowledge.

• You want to get the door-opening benefits of a Culinary Institute of America credential—fast.

• You’re eager to learn in California’s Napa Valley and connect with its movers and shakers.

• You want to make the best investment of time and money in your career advancement.

BIG CONNECTIONS

When it comes to understanding and thriving in the big business of food, there’s no better place to study than the world-famous CIA. Our enviable industry reputation, exceptional programs, and influential alumni network will help you power your career forward.

HOT CAREERS

Where exactly can your bachelor’s degree and CIA culinary arts skills take you?

ACAP Graduates find success in positions like:

Culinary concept specialist

Dietitian

Director of culinary innovation

Educator

Food technologist

Guest services manager

Manager of culinary services

Marketing manager

Media relations professional Nutrition consultant

Recipe and flavor developer

Test kitchen chef

BEST NETWORK

As an ACAP graduate, you’ll instantly plug into the most connected group of professionals in food, beverage, and hospitality—the CIA alumni network.

That means you’ll get career opportunities others simply won’t. Because so many industry leaders are fellow CIA graduates, they know the caliber of professional you are. And that makes the hiring decision easy.

LEARNING BOLD

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and tastes of the professional kitchen. CIA’s ACAP will help you find your adventurous “inner chef” and give you invaluable insights into the workings of the food business.

COURSE OF STUDY

In this program, you will take 30 credits of hands-on culinary arts courses over two semesters (a total of 30 weeks). You will:

• Learn the culinary fundamentals, from knife skills to sauces to palate development.

• Develop your understanding of ingredient function and flavor dynamics.

• Prepare the cuisines of Asia, the Americas, and the Mediterranean.

• Explore baking and pastry, fabricate proteins, and master plate presentation.

COOL COURSES

Contemporary Topics in Culinary Arts

Think of this as your culinary sandbox. Through an experimental kitchen approach, you’ll explore taste and flavor; plant- and protein-based diets; food and wine pairing; healthy cooking techniques; and the flavors of the global kitchen.

Introduction to à la Carte Cooking

“Order, fire, pickup!” Experience the energy of the production kitchen as you prepare multi-course menus for fellow students using the techniques you learned in Culinary Fundamentals, and by practicing batch cooking and à la carte-style service. More cool courses: catalog.ciachef.edu

EXPERT INSTRUCTION

In our ACAP, you’ll learn from the best in the business. Our expert chef-instructors bring years of education and real-world industry experience to the CIA teaching kitchens. And thanks to our small class sizes, you’ll get the extra attention and personal interaction that will help you grow proficient in your new skills.

NAPA

VALLEY

Located in the heart of California’s incredible Napa Valley, The CIA at Copia is perfectly positioned for you to reap the best of the region’s food, wine, culture, and community.

ENRICHING YOUR EDUCATION

Rich with farms, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and culinary artisans, the Napa Valley is itself an important part of your education.

• Cook with the bounty of fresh produce sourced from the region and CIA's gardens.

• Get energized by prestigious industry conferences, leadership summits, and events held at The CIA at Copia.

• Connect with and get inspired by the Valley’s leaders—visionaries at the forefront of food and beverage.

…AND YOUR LIFE

Located in the heart of downtown Napa, The CIA at Copia is the ultimate destination for exploring, experiencing, and enjoying the world of food, wine, art, and community. It's home to cooking and beverage classes taught by CIA experts, curated tasting events and festivals, delicious dining selections, artisanal art collections, and private event space, all in one convenient location—the epicenter of food and wine.

ELIGIBILITY

CIA’s ACAP is an accelerated program designed for individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree and have a serious interest in advancing their culinary knowledge.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online—it’s easy! Get started at ciachef.edu/acap.

Your application must include a 300- to 500word personal statement that describes your purpose for undertaking or continuing your study of culinary arts, your reasons for wanting to study at The Culinary Institute of America, and your professional plans and career goals. You may also explain any special circumstances applicable to your background and elaborate on relevant academic and/or professional achievements.

Questions? Call 1-800-CULINARY (285-4627) or e-mail admissions@culinary.edu.

CURRICULUM

The CIA reserves the right to modify course sequence, content, and offerings.

ACCREDITATION

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 267-284-5000. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

AFFORDABILITY AND FINANCIAL AID

When it comes to your career, you can’t afford not to jump on this opportunity. Fortunately, the CIA is committed to making your education as affordable as possible. You’ll find that our costs are comparable to those of similar colleges, and more than 90% of CIA students receive financial assistance in the form of state or federal aid, low-interest loans, college Work-Study, and/or grants and scholarships.

Scholarships specifically for this program include the ACAP Alumni Referral Scholarship (also available to international students), ACAP Merit-based Scholarship, and Vi Endowed Scholarship. The college also accepts the Post-9/11 GI Bill and participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, making a CIA education very accessible to veterans who are eligible for these benefits. Learn more at ciachef.edu/tuition-andfinancial-aid and contact Student Financial and Registration Services at SFRS@culinary.edu or 707-967-2510.

GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT

In accordance with U.S. Department of Education reporting guidelines, important information about employment, completion rates, and the median educational debt of students who attended the ACAP is available to prospective students under “Certificate Program Information” at ciachef.edu/consumer-information.

NOTICE CONCERNING THE TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS

EARNED AT THE CIA

The transferability of credits you earn at The Culinary Institute of America is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the degree or certificate you earn from the CIA is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which you seek to transfer. If the degree or certificate you earn at the CIA is not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that institution. For this reason, you should make certain that your attendance at the CIA will meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending the CIA to determine if your credits, degree, or certificate will transfer.

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NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. The CIA does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or any other protected group or classification under federal or state laws.

The following Civil Rights Compliance Officers at the CIA have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX and Age Discrimination: Title IX Coordinator, 845-451-1614, titleIX@culinary.edu, Office—Roth Hall Room W401F. https://www.ciachef.edu/harassment-policy/

Section 504/ADA: Carolyn Tragni, Dean— Academic Engagement and Administration

Section 504 Coordinator, 845-451-1615, Carolyn.Tragni@culinary.edu, Office—Roth Hall, Room S-319

Should you require further information, please visit ciachef.edu/non-discrimination-statement.

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