Friday, July 19, 2013

Key Facts Regarding Culinary Schools

Key Facts Regarding Culinary Schools

By Lila Guzman


Cooking schools, also called culinary schools, are special learning facilities. These are where a lot of people go to get educated on the science and art behind food preparation. People who successfully complete the programs may earn degrees or certification that prove their competence and training in the culinary industry.

Often these schools are associated with restaurants. These public restaurants are places where students can gain experience in a real work environment. They are also given the opportunity to take on different roles and learn about what all goes into running a kitchen, or owning and operating a restaurant. In these school programs, additional courses may be available to students who are interested in creating their own restaurant, line of products, cookbooks and more.

Marthe Distel founded the culinary arts school known as Le Cordon Bleu in Paris during the 1890s. In the early part of the 1900s, Fannie Farmer opened a school of cookery in Boston. Her school was not the first of its kind, as Farmer had once served as the principal of a Boston Cooking School that was founded in 1879 by the Womens Education Association, WEA.

The curriculum in these programs varies. There are some programs in which chefs can demonstrate their skills and knowledge and be awarded certification. Other programs allow students to earn an associates or bachelors degree. Some places allow students to, upon graduation, receive a degree and certification.

Those who enroll in this kind of schooling typically have a strong passion for cooking and good. Some may have an inclination toward a certain type of cuisine and choose a facility that offers specialized classes on it. There are also different meal types that appeal to chefs, for instance: aspiring bakers who want to cook desserts only. There are many programs and facilities that offer specialized education programs for aspiring chefs.

At these facilities, students are taught how to prepare and present various foods. They also learn about proper food handling and storage. Students will get familiar with the various kitchen utensils and tools that are needed for cooking, as well as tricks and tips related to preparation and presentation. Some programs may provide detailed classes on how to work in the kitchen or own a restaurant.

Typically the facilities are tailored toward students aspiring to be chefs or play some role in the restaurant industry. Still, there are some places that offer short courses and classes to the general public where they can learn cooking basics. These are geared toward those who do not want to earn certification or a degree but want to feel more comfortable in the kitchen environment.

There are culinary schools all around the globe that teach aspiring chefs how to cook. The curriculum of these programs are known to vary based on many factors. Individuals who are interested in working in this industry should enroll in these schools in order to earn proper certification or degrees. The cost for this type of schooling will vary, but there are many groups and organizations that provide financial assistance, such as loans, grants and scholarships, to those in need.




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