Programs include conferences, professional development courses and travel programs, and a certificate program in baking and pastry. All programs are offered through the CIA's main campus in Hyde Park, NY and at Greystone, the college's campus for continuing education in California's Napa Valley. The Culinary Institute of America offers programs that provide real-world solutions and an opportunity for professionals to refine existing skills, secure new skills, and acquire knowledge that will directly impact their company's bottom line. The CIA's conference schedule for 1999 brings together leading chefs and culinary authorities from around the world in an interactive series of programs designed to address the trends and issues that most impact the foodservice industry.
Courses are available for all skill levels.
Students can choose from foundation courses such as Cooking Principles and Wine 101 to more advanced courses such as Asian Bistro and the Great American Chefs series. Courses are available for individual culinarians as well as for industry corporations and associations. Travel programs provide the opportunity to explore international cuisine. This year, the CIA offers a unique excursion to Vietnam to attain firsthand experience in Southeast Asian cuisine, which is quickly becoming a major industry trend. There are also European adventures for 1999, including France, Italy, and Switzerland.