Train in the Culinary Arts at ACC
Get hands-on experience earning culinary certificates and/or an associate degree as a professional chef or pastry artist. State-of-the-art kitchen facilities are your training ground at ACC, with practicum-based programs and real service experiences at Eatery 43, Highland Campus’s student-run restaurant.
Graduates of Austin Community College’s Culinary Arts and Pastry Arts programs are highly sought after from Central Texas employers. You can start with support at ACC, learning alongside small classes of 12 students to each instructor, then transfer to a 4-year university with the valuable certifications, experiences like Study Abroad, and internships needed to succeed.
Students will enroll in an associate degree or focused career certificate program while specializing in the Culinary Arts or Baking/Pastry Arts. Practicum-based training and internships are built into your program map.
Accreditation & Facilities
Austin Community College District’s Culinary Arts Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
ACC’s Highland Campus, located in Central Austin, is the primary campus for Culinary and Pastry Arts students.
- ACC’s Eatery 73 & Grab-n-Go: Student-run restaurants on-campus.
- Farm-to-Table Ingredients: Supplied from ACC’s Agricultural Science Program
- Area of Study Advising with Faculty: Valuable academic & career guidance.
- Entrepreneurship Specializations: Specific degree tracks for your small business.
- Accomplished Faculty & Guest Chefs: Classes taught by career professionals.
Career & Salary Information for Culinary Arts
When local employers are hiring, they seek out ACC culinary and pastry students for internships and jobs.
Awards & Program Maps
Choose the Award Path That’s Right for You
ACC offers stackable credentials. Certificates prepare you for a career change or career advancement and often include credits that count toward associate degrees. Associate degrees further increase your employability and help you build a strong foundation for university transfer. Learn about credential options.
Explore awards and follow the program maps below to stay on track.
| Program | Award Type | Award Title | Award Plan | Program Map | Optional Mode | Catalog Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts | Associate of Applied Science Degree | Baking and Pastry | Award Plan | Program Map | PCCUA | |
| Culinary Arts | Associate of Applied Science Degree | Baking and Pastry Entrepreneurship Specialization | Award Plan | Program Map | PCCUA | |
| Culinary Arts | Certificate | Pastry Arts Level 2 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCCUA | |
| Culinary Arts | Associate of Applied Science Degree | Culinary Arts | Award Plan | Program Map | PCCUA | |
| Culinary Arts | Associate of Applied Science Degree | Culinary Arts Entrepreneurship Specialization | Award Plan | Program Map | PCCUA | |
| Culinary Arts | Certificate | Culinary Arts Level 2 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCCUA |
Academic Department Contacts
| Academic Program | First Name | Last Name | Phone | Department Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts | Stephanie | Herrington | Call | Send Email | Visit Website |
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