Culinary Arts Program

The culinary arts program at North Shore Community College prepares students for a career as an executive chef, restaurateur, food and beverage manager, food writer, research chef, or a culinary educator. The program focuses on cooking related services in restaurants and other commercial food establishments. Program courses include: recipe and menu planning, preparing and cooking foods, supervising and training kitchen assistants, managing food supplies and kitchen resources, food presentation, and a variety of cuisines and culinary techniques. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer culinary arts program.

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North Shore Community College

150 North Street, Boston, MA

North Shore Community College, located in Danvers, Massachusetts, was founded in 1965 to serve the areas from North Boston to Cape Ann, totaling 26 cities and towns. The school is one of the oldest community colleges of the state and among the largest of the 15 currently operating in the state. The school has three campuses located in Danvers, Beverly and Lynn.

NSCC serves approximately 16,000 students a year, with nearly 11,000 being full time credit students.  In addition, the school serves 700,000 residents in its service area annually through workforce development and continuing education courses.

Academics

North Shore Community College offers over 100 programs of study, allowing students to choose one that best suits their academic or career goals. The completion of a program results in a certificate and associate degree, the completion of which usually taking between one and two years to complete.

Vocational-focused academic tracks provide the training and skills necessary to be able to enter the workforce as a qualified professional in their chosen field of study.  Students will take general education courses on a path to earning an associate's degree.  Classes in general education are typically divided between practical application and classroom courses based on the program of study.  The resulting degree or certificate demonstrates competency and allows for the pursuit and procurement of employment at the entry level.

Academic programs allow students the opportunity to complete the first two years of a four year education at low cost, followed by the transfer of earned credits to a college or university to continue one's education and complete their bachelor's degree. Transfer to a public Massachusetts institution is facilitated through agreements allowing for eased admissions if certain requirements are met by the student.

Individuals may apply for transfer to out of state or private colleges and universities, though the requirements for transfer will vary from one school to another. It is recommended students form a curriculum with the help of an advisor or counselor that will provide the best chances for admission to their school or schools of choice.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Cosmetology
• Criminal Justice
• Early Childhood Education
• Environmental Studies

Admissions and Financial Aid

North Shore Community College is a public two year open enrollment institution. Individuals interest in enrollment will be admitted if they meet the minimum requirements for admission, and will be accepted once they have submitted an application for admission. Students are required to supply transcripts from previous schools, test scores, and take a placement exam. They are also encouraged to participate in orientation as well as meet with a counselor to determine program enrollment and curriculum.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used to determine need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards.

Students may be randomly chosen by the school to provide extra financial information in order to cross check the FAFSA and verify its accuracy. All aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year due to possible changes in a student's or their family's financial situation from year to year.

Students Enrolled in the Culinary Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. North Shore Community College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chefs and Head Cooks

Description

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chefs and head cooks employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.9% from 2014 to 2024

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in preparing and serving food.

Cooks, Private Household

Description

Prepare meals in private homes. Includes personal chefs.

Cooks, Restaurant

Description

Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants. May order supplies, keep records and accounts, price items on menu, or plan menu.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, cooks, restaurant employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).