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Culinary & Hospitality

MMSD CTE Programs of Study are a series of connected education courses, experiential learning opportunities, and career support strategies aimed at helping students personalize and achieve their own educational and career goals.

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The Culinary & Hospitality  Program of Study offers a sequence of courses specifically designed to prepare students for employment and postsecondary options in restaurants, food and beverage services, travel, tourism, and other related industries.

The earlier a student begins this sequence, the more opportunities they will have to explore fully educational and community options available.

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Courses

  • Culinary 1: The Essentials Culinary Basics
  • Culinary 2: International Cuisine
  • Culinary 3: ProStart Chef 1
  • Culinary 4: ProStart Chef 2

Experiential/Work-based Learning Options.

  • Job - Shadowing
  • Career Internships
  • Youth Apprenticeship: Food & Beverage, Dietary Aide

Career & Technical Student Organizations

Future Business Leaders of America, SkillsUSA, DECA 

Industry Certificates For High School Students

  • ServSafe - Manager
  • National Restaurant Association Certificate of Achievement
  • ProStart® National Certificate of Achievement (COA)

Post Secondary Options

Explore options in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management

MMSD Graduation Requirements

Students need 22 credits to earn their diplomas. In addition, students need to pass the State of Wisconsin Civics Exam.

  • English: 4 credits
  • Math: 3 credits
  • Social Studies: 3 credits
  • Science: 3 credits
  • Physical Education: 1.5 credits
  • Health: .5 credits
  • Financial Literacy: Complete .5 Personal Finance or Independent Living
  • Humanities: 1 credit
  • Civics Exam: Must Pass
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Xello - MMSD Career Exploration Platform

As an MMSD student, you can explore all the six career paths (2 & 4 Year College, Apprenticeship, Job Training, Job/Employment, Military, and Gap Year) through Xello. Create an account today and find out which path is right for you!

Contact us at:
careerandtechnicaleducation@madison.k12.wi.us