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Hospitality & Culinary Classes for Ages 16+

Join us to discover a world of hospitality and culinary delights!  From healthy eating to a future career in the hospitality industry, these classes are designed especially for you.

Whether you're a budding home chef or simply love creating memorable experiences for family, friends, and guests, our Hospitality and Culinary classes are the perfect way to enrich your life with new skills and exciting opportunities! Explore your love for food and hospitality in a fun, supportive environment designed to provide you with:
 

• Hands-on experience in state-of-the-art kitchens
• Culinary techniques from experienced chefs
• Knowledge of food trends, nutrition, and hospitality management
• Creative and practical skills you can use at home or in your career

HCT122 | Health meets Food: Community Adult Beginner Series
Fridays • March 6 to March 27, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Get ready to cook healthy and delicious recipes, create healthy meals, eat on a budget, and plan for future culinary adventures. Discover cooking techniques based on Mediterranean Diet principles and prepare different recipes each week. Enjoy making terrific, delicious food that just happens to be good for you!
HCT122 • In Person

HCT123 | Health meets Food: Community Adult Advanced Series
Tuesdays • May 26 to June 16, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Continue your Health meets Food culinary journey by learning how to evaluate and apply the latest culinary research to create healthy menus and recipes, enhance the quality and nutrition of meals you prepare, and improve overall diet quality - especially targeting diet-related health conditions.
HCT123 • Hybrid

HCT140 | Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier III
Wednesdays • May 27 to July 8, 2026 • 4:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Foodservice professionals are perfectly positioned to play a central role in changing the way Americans eat. The Health Meets Food: Culinary Medicine program provides foodservice professionals at any level with a unique combination of nutritional knowledge and improved healthy culinary skills so they can effectively incorporate healthy options into menus to help consumers. Professionals with Culinary Medicine knowledge and skills are empowered to develop food that is not just delicious, but also healthful. A solid foundation in Culinary Medicine enhances the ability to prepare food for the most diverse range of nutrition needs. Featuring a hybrid curriculum comprised of online education and hands-on cooking modules, this course is designed for those passionate about integrating science-based nutrition research into their culinary skillset and will equip them with the nutritional knowledge and culinary skills to optimize health. Students who complete the course will earn a Tier III Certificate in Culinary Medicine.
HCT140 • Hybrid  HCT140 • Structured Remote
 
HCT141 | Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier II
Wednesdays • July 15 to September 2, 2026 • 4:30 to 9:30 p.m.
This is a continuation of coursework from "Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier III" for those who have earned the "Tier III Certificate in Culinary Medicine."  Topics covered include renal diet, diabetes and nutrition, heart disease and diet, cancer nutrition, obesity & weight management, geriatric diet, and more. This course culminates in a practical capstone project and a proctored certification exam.  Students successfully completing this course will earn a Tier II Certificate in Culinary Medicine.  Subsequently, students who successfully pass the Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) exam, will earn top tier for Culinary Medicine: Tier I CCMP Certification.
Prerequisite: Students must successfully complete HCT140 prior to class start date of HCT141.
HCT141 • Hybrid  HCT141 • Structured Remote
 
HCT134 | Hospitality Career Exploration Bootcamp for Ages 16+
Monday through Thursday • July 27 to July 30, 2026 • 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Explore the world of hospitality through interactive and immersive experiences in this dynamic, hands-on class for participants ages 16+. Engage in activities and behind-the-scenes tours to discover exciting career paths in the hospitality industry. Develop valuable skills, from culinary arts and baking to event planning, customer service, budgeting, and more. Pursue your passion for the hospitality industry and gain valuable skills for your future career. 
HCT134 • In Person

   

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