Culinary Arts/Chef Training at Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington, NC
Total Graduates
10
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
60%
6 of 10
Female Graduates
40%
4 of 10
Annual Tuition & Fees
$2,748
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Cape Fear Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baking and Pastry Arts | 21% | 80% | 72% | $8,046 |
In the Baking and Pastry Arts program at Cape Fear Community College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 21% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,046 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$60,990
10-Year Job Growth
+7.1%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Chefs and Head Cooks
SOC: 35-1011 | $48,792 | +7.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Cooks, All Other
SOC: 35-2019 | $28,968 | +5.5% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Cooks, Private Household
SOC: 35-2013 | $35,624 | +5.1% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Cooks, Restaurant
SOC: 35-2014 | $29,464 | +14.9% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
| $33,608 | +6% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$45,743
Peak Salary
$76,238
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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