Arizona Culinary Institute is located in sunny Scottsdale and occupies a spacious 18,000 square-foot building. There are five professionally designed kitchens including a Front Line Kitchen, Saucier Kitchen, Bakery, Advanced Baking and Showpiece Kitchen and a dedicated Basic Culinary Arts Kitchen. They\'re generously equipped with the finest professional equipment, supplied by top manufacturers including Winston, Baxter, Hobart, U.S. Range, Cleveland, Rondo, Epco and Rubbermaid. Our kitchens were designed to give students a real-world experience in a safe, comfortable learning environment. At ACI, students also get to experience what it\'s like to work in an actual restaurant, while at school. Our student-run du Jour restaurant, serves as a laboratory and classroom for students. To further enhance the learning experience we have a well-stocked Library, three classrooms, that also serve as demonstration rooms and a comfortable student break area. The school provides all the necessary ingredients a student needs to begin a successful career in the food industry.

Arizona Culinary Institute\'s program was designed to make sensible and efficient use of your time and resources. Students are able to complete our program and earn their diplomas in as little as 9 months. Our program begins with 6 weeks dedicated to learning the "Basics," which allows you to begin or enhance your career.

Curriculum
BASIC CULINARY ARTS I
5 Credits (3 weeks / 105 hours)

BASIC CULINARY ARTS II
5 Credits (3 weeks / 105 hours)

SAUCIER & MEAT FABRICATION
4 Credits (3 weeks / 105 hours)

BASIC BAKING
4 Credits (3 weeks / 105 hours)

MANAGEMENT, WINES & SPIRITS
2.5 Credits (3 weeks / 36 hours)

NUTRITION
1.5 Credits (3 weeks / 24 hours)

ADV BAKING, PASTRY & SHOWPIECES
4 Credits (3 weeks / 105 hours)

RESTAURANT OPERATIONS
4 credits (3 weeks / 105 hours)

ADV CUISINE - DU JOUR RESTAURANT
4 credits (3 weeks / 105 hours)

INTERNSHIP
9 credits (12 weeks / 420 hours)

Financial Aid
At Arizona Culinary Institute we believe the decision to pursue a diploma in Culinary Arts, Baking, and Restaurant Management is a wise one and an investment in your future. We understand that pursuing your post-secondary education is a major decision and one that involves sound financial planning. In order to make the process easier and less intimidating, Arizona Culinary Institute\'s Financial Aid department provides personal assistance through all phases of the financial planning process. We are pleased to offer a wide variety of financial programs to help you reach your educational goals.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Arizona Culinary Institute awards scholarships to students who have achieved academic excellence, have been recognized for culinary achievements, and/or are distinguished career changers. Students can contact the Financial Aid department to obtain an application for consideration. ACI encourages students to look outside the Institute for scholarship programs that may help fund their educational expenses as well. Below are a few suggested websites that may be helpful in your search for scholarships:

• www.allfoodbusiness.com
• www.chef2chef.com
• www.fastaid.com
• www.jamesbeard.org
• www.usafunds.com