Bishop State Adult Education Program

HYBRID COURSE | 2-WEEK PROGRAM

Jumpstart your culinary career with this fast-paced, two-week hybrid course designed to build essential workplace and industry-specific skills. Participants will complete:

• ACE (Alabama Career Essentials) – Develop core employability skills and earn credentials such as the ACT NCRC, Alabama Certified Employee Certificate, and potential college credit.
• MAPS: Hospitality & Tourism – Self-paced, online training focused on foundational knowledge for entry-level roles in the hospitality and culinary industries.The Hospitality and Tourism Cluster prepares learners for careers in the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants, lodging, attractions, recreational events, and travel-related services—industries that operate in communities around the world.
• ACT WorkKeys – A nationally recognized assessment measuring applied reading, writing, math, and essential workplace skills. Scores align with job profiles used by employers to hire, train, and retain a high-performing workforce.
• Digital Literacy
• AHLEI Curriculum
• Food Handlers Certificate – Gain essential food safety knowledge and earn a certificate required by many employers in the food service industry.

This course is ideal for individuals looking to enter the culinary field with stackable credentials and a strong foundation for future success.