Technical Diploma│1 Year│35 Credits│Fond du Lac Campus│Eligible for Financial Aid
The Culinary Assistant diploma at MPTC sets students up to be successful in any food preparation environment.
Students in the Culinary Assistant courses gain hands-on culinary skills in a professional lab, with instructors who work in the culinary field.
Graduates are trained in a broad range of cooking techniques and preparation methods, incorporating safety and sanitation guidelines while using wholesome ingredients to create nutritious meals.
Culinary Assistant diploma credits transfer directly into Moraine Park’s Culinary Arts associate degree.
Career opportunities include, but are not limited to, the following occupations:
- Institutional Cook
- Restaurant Host/Hostess
- Cook, School Cafeteria
- Cook Apprentice (Hotel/Restaurant)
- Assistant Cook
- Baker/Deli Assistant
- Dietary Aide
Course requirements are subject to change. Visit the catalog for up-to-date information.
| SEMESTER 1 | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| 103-159 | Computer Literacy – Microsoft Office | 1 |
| 316-102 | Culinary Principles | 3 |
| 316-103 | Science of Baking | 2 |
| 316-106 | Entree 1 | 4 |
| 316-108 | Meat Analysis 1 | 1 |
| 316-111 | Soups and Sauces | 2 |
| 316-148 | Sanitation and Safety | 1 |
| 890-101 | College 101 | 2 |
| Mathematics Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 19 | |
| SEMESTER 2 | ||
| 316-107 | Entree 2 | 4 |
| 316-109 | Meat Analysis 2 | 1 |
| 316-110 | Breakfast Cookery | 2 |
| 316-113 | Trending Foods | 2 |
| 316-160 | Restaurant Baking | 2 |
| 316-169 | Cakes, Tortes and Desserts | 2 |
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 35 | |
Moraine Park’s admissions starts with the online application. The admissions steps and financial aid process can take 6-8 weeks for some programs, so plan ahead.
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If you have any questions or need help with the process, please contact us at admissions@morainepark.edu OR 920-924-3200, TTY/VP:Use Relay VRS.
Tuition Costs
The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors such as total credits required, textbooks and the financial aid you receive. Some programs have additional costs such as uniforms, technology and equipment.
- $143.45 per credit (resident)
- $215.18 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.
- Please refer to the Tuition & Fee Information for additional enrollment fee information.
Additional Costs
Students may need to purchase the required uniform (approximately $150), the required knife kit (approximately $250) and the required wait staff uniform for this program.
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Credits:
High school dual credit provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school, without leaving their high school classroom. The courses are taught by certified high school instructors using technical college curriculum, grading policies and textbooks.
Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? Applying previously earned credits to a program of study can save you both time spent in the classroom and money spent on tuition and fees.
Transferring here is easy! You can transfer in prior college work by submitting official college transcripts or get a free transcript review.
Financial Aid is provided to aid eligible associate degree and technical diploma programs with 28 credits or more. Processing can take 6-8 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received.
Our recruiters on any of the three campuses are ready to help you plan your future!