Explore Academic Programs - Culinary Arts and Hospitality
The Hospitality program at Central Texas College introduces students to the many careers and opportunities available in the hospitality field. Students receive instructional and hands-on training to prepare them for a variety of career options. Whether the student is new to the industry or a seasoned practitioner, we can help prepare them for the next step in their career.
Our degree programs provide training in restaurant management, hotel management, food and beverage management, culinary arts and baking. Our culinary and baking students have access to complete labs which afford the student the opportunity to gain experiential learning taught by experienced culinary professionals.
Careers, Potential Earnings & Market Growth Rates
Hotel manager
Potential Earnings: (2014) $22.93 hourly, $47,680 annually
Market Growth Rate: average (5 - 8%)
Baker
Potential Earnings: (2014) $11.35 hourly, $23,600 annually
Market Growth Rate: (5 - 8%)
Chef
Potential Earnings: (2014) $20.01 hourly, $41,610 annually
Market Growth Rate: faster than average (9 - 13%)
Food and beverage manager
Potential Earnings: average (5 - 8%)
Market Growth Rate: average (5 - 8%)
* Further study (bachelor's degree) required | ** Study beyond bachelor's degree required
Degrees and Certificates
Know Your Path? CTC Pathways
Baking and Pastry Pathway | Culinary Arts Pathway | Food & Beverage Management Pathway | Hotel Management Pathway | Restaurant & Culinary Management Pathway
Degrees - Associate of Arts and Associate of Applied Science
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Associate of Applied ScienceBaking and Pastry Specialization 60 credit hours; four semesters full-time |
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Associate of Applied Science60 credit hours; four semesters full-time |
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Associate of Applied Science60 credit hours; four semesters full-time |
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Associate of Applied Science60 credit hours; four semesters full-time |
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Associate of Applied Science60 credit hours; four semesters full-time |
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Certificates
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Certificate of Completion21 credit hours; two semesters full or part-time |
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Certificate of Completion30 credit hours; two semesters full-time |
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Certificate of Completion29 credit hours; two semesters full-time |
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Certificate of Completion41 credit hours; two semesters full-time |
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Certificate of Completion34 credit hours; two semesters full-time |
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Certificate of Completion27 credit hours; two semesters full or part-time |
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Certificate of Completion21 credit hours; two semesters full or part-time |
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Certificate of Completion24 credit hours; two semesters full-time |
