ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (A.A.S.)
Let your love of food become a career in the hospitality industry. Experience hands-on immersive training in one of the largest industries in the world.
Our Culinary Arts Associate Degree will provide students with the knowledge and basic skills required to be successful in the culinary industry. Graduates satisfy the American Culinary Federation eligibility requirements for the Certified Culinarian (CC) and Certified Pastry Culinarian (CPC) designations. Students will also complete a ServeSafe certification.
Our Culinary Arts Careers Studies Certificate is also an option for prospective students to consider and is designed to be completed in two semesters.
Individuals may also enroll in a variety of culinary courses without pursuing a degree to learn about specific topics of interest.
Southwest as part of the Virginia Community College System, has a Transfer & Guaranteed Admissions Agreements site, providing a full listing of transfer opportunities. Contact us today for more information and to get started!
The cost of a community college culinary arts degree versus a private college/university will save thousands!Average Cost of Southwest: $12,000Average Cost of Private College: $60,000-100,000
Southwest Virginia Community College has options to help you pay for a degree or certificate. A high percentage of students receive assistance through financial aid.
Learn about paying for college and current tuition-free programs here.
All Locations: 2-Hour Delay on Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Monday, December 15: Campus closed until 5:00 PM. All daytime classes canceled. Campus will reopen at 5:00 PM for evening classes.
All Southwest locations are CLOSED on Friday, December 12, due to inclement weather.
All locations closing at 10:30 AM on Sun, Dec 14, due to inclement weather. Night classes are canceled.