California School of Culinary Arts

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Founded in 1994, CSCA has become one of the most well known and respected culinary schools in the country. Our exceptional location offers students an exciting academic environment, in which nearly every culture in the world is celebrated and explored. Our multi-cultural community offers the most diverse career and growth opportunities found anywhere on the globe. Our culinary styles set the tone for the nation, and the scene is continually growing.

The campus sits in historic South Pasadena, just minutes from Pasadena's Old Town and Playhouse District. Here, the nightlife rivals that of any metropolis. The restaurants are numerous, and the competition is fierce. It's the perfect site for culinary study and exploration.

CSCA is approved by the State of California and accredited by The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). CSCA is one of the few culinary schools in America in partnership with the world famous Le Cordon Bleu. Our Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program includes 1200 hours of hands-on lab classes, including a restaurant rotation, and 240 hours of academic classes, all taught over the course of four, 12 week terms. The fifth term is spent in a 360 hour Externship which gives students real-life experience in some of the most exciting culinary venues in the world. Learn More.

Program: Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts

Students in our Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts associate's degree program teaches classic French techniques combined with American technologies in professionally-equipped, modern kitchens. Click here to learn more.

• Work beside industry trained Chef Instructors committed to excellence
• Graduate Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program in as little as 15 months
• Receive job placement assistance at graduation

Program: Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality Restaurant Management

• Professional Le Cordon Bleu Training
  Study classic French techniques plus modern American technologies to give you great skills in Hospitality & Restaurant Management.
• 12-month accelerated program
  We've put together a program that's professional, comprehensive and designed to get you started on your career fast.
• Job placement assistance service & networking
  We can connect you with world famous restaurants, hotels, resorts, spas and cruise lines.
• Internships and externships available
  Our invaluable internship/externship program takes you out of the classroom and puts you into real-life restaurant environments.

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Program: Le Cordon Bleu Patisserie & Baking

At the California School of Culinary Arts you'll receive practical, hands-on training and the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu Diploma, an industry standard for excellence. Courses are taught at succeeding levels under the technical guidance and close supervision of skilled Chefs. Students are encouraged to explore their own styles, creativity and cultural background. Click here to learn more.