Hospitality Fundamentals
Certificate
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Division of Culinary and Hospitality
Launch your career in food service with Pima’s accelerated, one-semester Hospitality Fundamentals certificate. In just two eight-week sessions, you’ll cover the essentials of culinary arts — from cold and hot foods to baking, nutrition, and safety and sanitation — while building real-world skills in problem-solving, teamwork and communication.
Train in our state-of-the-art Hospitality Leadership Center of Excellence, or earn your certificate entirely online through PimaOnline, Arizona’s #1 online college. Wherever you learn, you’ll get the same hands-on guidance from industry professionals who know what it takes to succeed in today’s kitchens and food service operations.
If you want to keep growing your skills, you can continue into our Hospitality Leadership AAS and prepare for advanced roles in food and beverage management.
What You Will Learn
- Food service nutrition and sanitation
- Cooking fundamentals
- Savory cuisine
- Bakery and pastry production
Program At a Glance
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Length of Program
Less than 1 year (full-time)
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Study Methods
In Person | Hybrid
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Title IV Financial Aid eligible
- This program has additional admission requirements
Learn Culinary Best Practices from Pros
Whether you want to be a line cook, chef or baker, you’ll learn from successful local professionals in Pima’s Culinary programs. They will introduce you to the industry’s professional expectations, vocabulary and tools while guiding your hands-on experience.
Support When You Need It
Not sure if this is the right path for you? Schedule an appointment with an advisor to:
- Discuss program options and pathways to a bachelor’s degree
- Learn about funding and financial aid
- Get personalized guidance to reach your goals
