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Top Ten Reasons to attend CSCA

{ 1 } Le Cordon Bleu

CSCA offers more than the average culinary school experience. Here are ten reasons why our students Love CSCA:

Since its founding in Paris in 1895, Le Cordon Bleu has produced some of the world’s finest chefs, and continues to be dedicated to promoting the advancement of culinary education training, as well as the appreciation of cuisine and hospitality management worldwide.

{ 2 } Reputation

Through its strong affiliation with the American Culinary Federation and its partnership with Le Cordon Bleu International, California School of Culinary Arts has a passion for educational excellence.

{ 3 } Experienced Faculty

As a provider of quality culinary education, our faculty boasts a fraternity that spans five continents. Our consistent co-teaching approach, which emphasizes cross-training and regular guest faculty from Le Cordon Bleu International, ensures our students are exposed to a global perspective.

{ 4 } Programs

Comprehensive, well-rounded training in multiple areas of the culinary and hospitality industries: Associates of Occupational Studies Degree Program in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts , Diploma Program in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie & Baking , and an Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality & Restaurant Management. These programs allow students to plan on a consistent schedule throughout the year. Culinary and Pâtisserie & Baking students have the flexibility to attend morning, mid-day or evening programs.

{ 5 } Competency–Based

Students in the culinary program receive training that includes exposure to an array of culinary proficiencies. All programs finish with a practical, structured externship in a property related to their career. Our externship coordinators work with properties throughout the nation and foreign countries to set up externships, many of which can lead to full-time employment upon graduation.

{ 6 } Career Services

Since 1994, our Career Services department has been developing a national and international network of positive industry contacts for current students and graduates and boasts an impressive list of current and past placements at some of the finest establishments in the nation. Click here to view a list of some of our recent locations.

{ 7 } Campus Location

CSCA’s centralized location in Pasadena allows students easy access to the booming Southern California wine industry and organic movement. The wine-growing regions of both Temecula and the Santa Ynez Valley are within easy driving distance of the school; outdoor farmers' markets abound; access to local growers provides the freshest and highest quality foods to work with.

{ 8 } Pasadena

A case-study example of vibrant city life, Pasadena is a fashionable, artistic community that values education and new ideas. Along with CSCA, renowned colleges and universities such as the Art Center College of Design, Cal Tech, and Fuller Theological Seminary provide a stimulating environment for all those who call Pasadena home. The city offers a comfortable blend of friendly, tree-lined neighborhoods, parks, shopping, restaurants, and nightlife, and is easily accessible by freeway and light rail. A wide range of housing opportunities are available here and in neighboring communities.

{ 9 } Los Angeles, CA

A cultural and culinary melting pot, Los Angeles’ vast geography boasts whole communities that provide authentic cuisine from every corner of the world. Home to celebrity chefs Wolfgang Puck, Susan Feniger, Mary Sue Milliken, Nancy Silverton, Nobu Matsuhisa, David Myers, Joachim Splichal, Michael Cimarusti, Suzanne Goin, and Josiah Citrin (just to name a few), the City of Angels can offer endless opportunities for the ambitious graduate.

{ 10 } Southern California

The area has literally defined the recreation and resort lifestyle for the past century. The varied industries that seek our graduates converge in this one area: hotels & resorts, thousands of new restaurants, the cruise ship industry with the worldwide hub of Long Beach, the entertainment industry, the sports industry ... the career options can be endless. Additionally, the Southern California lifestyle is unbeatable: over 300 days of sunshine a year, miles of white sand beaches, and multiple mountain ranges all within Los Angeles city limits.

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