Associate of Science - Culinary Arts - Hospitality Studies - Culinary Arts

The associate in science degree in hospitality studies prepares students for entry into mid-level employment in one of three specialty areas of the hospitality and culinary arts industry: baking and pastry, culinary arts, restaurant management. This in-depth, hands-on, American Culinary Federation (ACF) accredited program of study prepares students for a professional hospitality and culinary career in a broad scope of industry opportunities in Culinary Arts.

Diablo Valley College’s culinary arts program offers an indepth, hands-on learning curriculum where students gain both knowledge and experience in the hotel and restaurant management program’s technical facilities. In addition to training at the DVC facilities, students gain experience working outside the college through a required internship program. DVC’s associate degree in hospitality studies with a specialization in culinary arts is designed primarily for those students who desire to complete a two-year degree. General Education Option 1 (DVC General Education) is appropriate for students who do not intend to transfer. Students who are interested in pursuing a management-focused program in hospitality should see a counselor and consider the General Education Options 2 or 3.