The Institute of Culinary Education has launched a new online diploma program for Culinary Arts & Food Operations. The 16-month program is currently offered to California residents but will become available to eight additional states soon, with more to follow.
The online curriculum provides professional training in the foundational principles of culinary arts. Students will explore the theory, science, and techniques that form the basis of major cuisines. In addition, students will study the fundamentals of pastry and baking and restaurant management.
"While we believe the best culinary education is achieved in person, we are confident our online program is the best alternative for aspiring culinary professionals who are unable to attend classes on campus," said ICE CEO Rick Smilow, in a statement. "There's no need to put your culinary ambitions on hold, this program provides specialized foundational knowledge, skills and essential training that can be accessed from the comfort and convenience of your own home."
Each week students will cook a variety of dishes and cuisines during culinary labs, attend interactive lectures and discussions, work on projects, watch videos, read texts, explore techniques and hone skills that are the foundation of fine cooking. ICE has partnered with Meez, an all-in-one recipe tool for professional chefs, to give students access to digital, interactive recipes with photos and videos embedded and built-in yields and conversions for scaling and costing.
"As a student of ICE, you're not just gaining access to a professional and comprehensive education, students can tap into the extensive network of ICE alumni, career services and extracurricular activities for enriched learning and career advancement," said Lachlan Sands, president of the Los Angeles campus, in a statement. "Experts from all over the world come to ICE to teach, lecture, and cook for students providing exclusive learning opportunities with successful chefs and culinary entrepreneurs."
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