Food Preparation, Certificate of Completion

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JJC Program Code: CA310

ICCB Program Code: CA 0036

This certificate will introduce you to concepts, techniques and strategies related to:
- food preparation and production
- cost control concepts
- baking and pastry principles
- food service sanitation
- customer and dining room service
- product fabrication
- purchasing activities
This certificate combines practical and theoretical aspects of the industry.
These courses will introduce you to relevant and valuable industry concepts and applications.
This certificate will help you easily transition into our Culinary Arts Management AAS degree program, should you choose to expand your skills while earning an associate degree.

About the Culinary Program

JJC’s culinary arts program is:
- recognized as a premier program in the U.S.
- known around the world as a leader in education
- accredited by the American Culinary Federation
This program is great for:
- New students who want to earn a degree or certificate in culinary arts
- Industry professionals who want to upgrade their skills
JJC offers:
- a culinary arts degree
- several certificates
The curriculum is continually reviewed and updated
- Input is taken from experts in the education, hospitality and food service industries
All courses are taught by industry certified instructors with many years of experience.
- Instructors attend classes, seminars and conferences to stay current with trends so they can bring the expertise back to the classroom

Major Core Requirements: 25 Semester Hours

ServSafe Manager Certification

Student is required to successfully pass the ServSafe Manager Certification as a graduation requirement.

Total Required Hours: 25 Semester Hours

Includes Online Courses

This program includes the option for distance education courses (online and/or hybrid).

Completion Guide

First Semester

Second Semester

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements

To be awarded an Associate degree at Joliet Junior College, each student must meet the following requirements:

1. Satisfy all admissions requirements.

2. Complete the courses required to earn the given degree. If the student is a transfer student with coursework taken elsewhere, he/she must complete a minimum of 60

credit hours of which 15 credit hours applicable to the degree are earned at JJC. Proficiency test, CLEP, and Advanced Placement does not meet this requirement.

3. Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.

4. Discharge all financial obligations to the College and have no restrictions.

5. File an application for graduation. An application should be filed at the time of registration for the student’s anticipated last semester.

6. Have all official transcripts from other college/universities on file in the Graduation Office by the graduation filing date for evaluation of credit. A delay in the process

may result in a later graduation date.

To be awarded a Certificate of Achievement, Certificate of Completion, or Occupational Certificate at JJC, each student must meet the following requirements:

1. Satisfy all admission requirements.

2. Complete the courses required to earn the chosen certificate. Complete a minimum of 1-8 credit hours (Occupational Certificate), 4-29 credit hours (Certificate of Completion) or 30-50 credit hours (Certificate of Achievement). If the student is a transfer student with coursework taken elsewhere, he/she must complete a minimum of 25% of the total required credit hours applicable to the certificate at JJC. Proficiency test, CLEP, and Advanced Placement do not meet this requirement.

3. Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 in the area of concentration.

4. Discharge all financial obligations to the college and have no restrictions.

5. File an application for graduation. An application should be filed at the time of registration for the student’s anticipated last semester.

6. Have all official transcripts from other college/universities on file in the Graduation Office by the graduation filing date for evaluation of credit. A delay in the process

may result in a later graduation date.

Contact Information

Department Chairperson	Program Advisors
Name:Michael McGreal	Name: Kathryn Sopko
Email: mmcgreal@jjc.edu	Email: ksopko@jjc.edu
Phone: 815-280-1239	Phone: 815-280-1211
	Name: Mark Muszynski
	Email: mmuszyns@jjc.edu
	Phone:815-280-1237
	Name: Paul Bringas
	Email: pbringas@jjc.edu
	Phone: 815-280-1241
	Name:Francisco Javier Reyes
	Email: frreyes@jjc.edu
	Phone: 815-280-1248