The first year of the two-year Culinary/Arts program and the one-year Culinary certificate program consists of educational tours, the history and introduction to culinary arts, basic cooking techniques with the use of herbs and spices and the general principles of cooking, sanitation and practicum are covered.

The second year of the program consists primarily of various business courses enabling our students to successfully operate his or her own business. This is our primary objective.

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Statement of Objectives:

The objective of the International Institute of Culinary Arts is to provide a first-class, well-rounded education to individuals seeking a career in the culinary field.

IICA's President Master Chef George Karousos believes, "The Main ingredient that distinguishes IICA from other culinary schools is our commitment to hands on training." Combined with a vigorous academic agenda we:

Achieve 100% successful job placement.
By producing graduates that:

Are trained in all aspects of
the operation of a
professional kitchen,


Have the skills to become executive chefs
and chef/owners,

Have a thorough education in classical culinary preparation and a comprehensive knowledge of modern techniques,

Have an extensive knowledge of
international cuisine,

Have a comprehensive knowledge of American cuisine.

Programs  |   Curriculum  |  Course Descriptions |  Application

One-Year Culinary Certificate
Two-Year Culinary		Arts Diploma
Year 1		Year 2		One-Year Baking Program
Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 1	Semester 2

Two-Year Culinary Arts Diploma
& One-Year Culinary Certificate Programs

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Year One /First Semester
Objective: To educate students in history, theory and practical skills.

A note from IICA's President, Master Chef George Karousos:

"The main 'ingredient' that distinguishes IICA from other culinary schools is our commitment to 'hands-on' training. In 'Practicum', students have the opportunity to gain practical experience in the institute's fine-dining restaurant, The Abbey Grill. We believe that this combination of a vigorous academic agenda with an aggressive training program produces uniquely qualified graduates."