Join an in-demand job field and earn a credential in less than a year with Moraine Park’s Culinary Assistant technical diploma.
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 state-of-the-art lab, with instructors who work in the culinary field. Graduates are trained in a broad range of cooking techniques and preparation methods.
Safety and sanitation, nutrition, and customer service concepts are also covered. Graduates of the Culinary Assistant program are prepared to plan menus, assist in food service management, and use wholesome ingredients to prepare nutritious meals.
Culinary Assistant diploma credits transfer directly into Moraine Park’s Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science degree.
For additional information on program curriculum, prerequisites and general education course options, please contact your advisor.
Check out the Credit Transfers page for more information.
*Enrollment may limit the campus availability or delivery of certain courses.
Note: Students must purchase a uniform and knife set for this program.
Students will be required to take First Aid through a separate class offering.
| Number | Title | Crs |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| 103-159 | **Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office | 1 |
| 316-102 | Culinary Principles | 3 |
| 316-105 | Science of Baking | 1 |
| 316-106 | Entree 1 | 4 |
| 316-108 | Meat Analysis 1 | 1 |
| 316-111 | Soups and Sauces | 2 |
| 316-122 | Nutrition | 1 |
| 316-148 | Sanitation and Safety | 1 |
| 804-1xx | Mathematics Course | 3 |
| 890-101 | **College 101 | 2 |
| Total | 19 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| 316-107 | Entree 2 | 4 |
| 316-109 | Meat Analysis 2 | 1 |
| 316-110 | Breakfast Cookery | 2 |
| 316-112 | Cold Foods (Sandwich and Salad) | 1 |
| 316-160 | Restaurant Baking | 2 |
| 316-169 | Cakes, Tortes and Desserts | 2 |
| 316-181 | Customer Sales and Service | 1 |
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| Total | 16 | |
| Total Program Credits and Institutional Requirements | 35 | |
