Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General at Central New Mexico Community College in Albuquerque, NM

Personal & Culinary Services CERTIFICATE CIP 12.0500

Total Graduates

Class of 2024

Male Graduates

49%

18 of 37

Female Graduates

51%

19 of 37

Annual Tuition & Fees

$1,934

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General. credential during the 2024 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs in this range tend to be steady and well-resourced, though small enough that the entering class size can vary noticeably year to year. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $1,934 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Central New Mexico Community College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 12.0500

Program Family Personal & Culinary Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 37 graduates

Award Year 2024

Gender Distribution 49% male, 51% female

License Requirements for Chefs and Head Cooks in New Mexico

Working in this field in New Mexico may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Staff Permit Employees
New Mexico Gaming Control Board · No exam · No experience

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Chefs and Head Cooks

Average Starting Salary

$60,990

10-Year Job Growth

+7.1%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

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, Institution and Cafeteria SOC: 35-2012	$29,160	+2%	0%	primary100% confidence
Cooks, Restaurant SOC: 35-2014	$29,464	+14.9%	0%	primary100% confidence
First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers SOC: 35-1012	$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)

● Coordination

● Monitoring

● Speaking

● Management of Personnel Resources

● Social Perceptiveness

● Time Management

● Service Orientation

● Critical Thinking

● Instructing

● Active Listening

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

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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Institution

School Name Central New Mexico Community College

Location Albuquerque, NM

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,934

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,366

Average Net Price $5,560

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Program Information

CIP Code: 12.0500

CIP Family: 12

IPEDS ID: