Culinary Arts/Chef Training at Lawson State Community College in Birmingham, AL
Personal & Culinary Services CERTIFICATE
CIP 12.0503
Total Graduates
6
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
17%
1 of 6
Female Graduates
83%
5 of 6
Annual Tuition
$3,810
In-state rate
Program Overview
Program Details
Program Name Culinary Arts/Chef Training.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 12.0503
Program Family Personal & Culinary Services
Recent Outcomes
Total Completions 6 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 17% male, 83% female
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
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, 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)
● 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 Lawson State Community College
Location Birmingham, AL
Cost Information
In-State Tuition $3,810
Out-of-State Tuition $7,620
Average Net Price $7,257
Program Information
CIP Code: 12.0503
CIP Family: 12
IPEDS ID: