About School: At Culinard, we are committed to offering our students the opportunity to earn a superior, intensive education in the culinary arts. We share our knowledge, our skill, and our passion in an effort to help each student realize his or her dream of a culinary career.

As we have learned, and as we share with our students, fine cuisine is more than merely good food. It is an art. Preparation and presentation demands knowledge, skill, and above all, a passion to create.

And with the new 36-week culinary immersion program, students can learn the skills that enable them to pursue a career in the culinary arts…and the chance to turn their passion into a career…much more quickly and easily.

Programs:

Culinary Arts Diploma, 36 Week Program

This program prepares students for a diversified, intensive education in food preparation. Students receive hands-on realistic training, following the program guidelines of the American Culinary Federation Accrediting Commission. It is designed to provide learning experiences that offer students a solid background of practical training, and ensures that students are instructed in fundamental, intermediate, and advanced culinary arts along with a real-world externship under the direction of certified chefs. More Information on Culinary Arts Program

Pastry Arts Diploma, 36 Week Program

The exciting new Pastry Arts program at Culinard, the Culinary Institute of Virginia College, provides students a diversified education in pastry preparation while allowing them to fully explore their creative nature. Students are in the kitchens the very first day of class, gaining hands-on, realistic training. The program follows guidelines prescribed by The American Culinary Federation Accrediting Commission. A hands-on externship under the direct supervision of certified chefs is an integral part of the program. More Information on Pastry Arts Program

Culinary Arts Associate Degree (Online)

Virginia College Online Programs now offers an associate degree in Culinary Arts that is designed for students who already have formal training in culinary skills at a post-secondary level but who want an associate degree and a broader skill base in order to increase opportunities for employment and advancement. The program offers a broad, practical curriculum and real-world instruction using convenient, on-line classes that give students the education they need for a successful career in the culinary arts.

Financial Planning and Culinary School Scholarships

The Financial Planning department at Culinard is prepared to discuss how a combination of scholarships, Pell Grants and student loans are available to those who qualify.

Our goal is to make it possible for students to realize their dreams of careers in the culinary arts, and we specialize in taking much of the mystery out of what can be a complicated process.

The Financial Planning department will be an important stop on your campus tour. Submit the “More info” form or call 877-429-CHEF today to arrange your appointment.

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