MICTED and Community College have worked together on numerous cooperative programs as Career and Technical Education opportunities are enhanced on west side of Mingus
The Yavapai Community College District Governing Board was informed during its February 20 meeting that the College, in collaboration with the Mountain Institute Career and Technical Education District, is planning to establish a culinary training facility at the College’s Chino Valley Center. This initiative stems from the success of the training program already in place at Prescott High School under the auspices of the Mountain Institute.
The proposed facility, estimated to cost approximately $1.5 million, will be jointly financed, with each partner contributing $750,000 towards construction. Pending approval by the District Governing Board at its upcoming May meeting, construction is expected to proceed forthwith.
The Mountain Institute CTED program, conducted in partnership with Yavapai Community College at Prescott High School, is described as a comprehensive “Culinary Arts Program” aimed at equipping students with fundamental skills in culinary arts. The curriculum covers a wide array of topics including culinary concepts, terminology, kitchen safety, sanitation, equipment usage, basic nutrition guidelines, as well as both standard and metric measurements. Additionally, the program encompasses food costing, theoretical foundations, and practical experience in culinary production. Emphasizing fundamental cooking techniques and preparation methods, the courses cover a diverse range of culinary creations such as hot foods, breakfast entrées, salads, sandwiches, breads, cakes, and pastries.
The program is tailored to prepare individuals for various culinary professions including Chef, Food Service Manager, Private Cook, Short Order Cook, Restaurant Cook, and Baker. Upon completion, students earn four high school credits and 16 Yavapai Community College credits.
You may view the short announcement made about the partnership at the February 20 Board meeting below. The video discusses an opportunity provided by the Mountain Institute to share the cost of building a new classroom and teaching kitchen at the Chino Center, benefiting both Yavapai’s culinary program and increasing enrollments, making it a cost-effective solution compared to renovating an existing space.