A program in professional cooking opens up a wide career path from work as a chef in a high-class restaurant or out on a cruise ship. This program offers students a chance to develop cooking skills through hands-on experience in a kitchen with poultry, fruits, vegetables and dough.

A diploma is a document granted by any number of institutions, from colleges to technical schools. The intention of a diploma is to show that the holder has successfully completed coursework and has specific knowledge in the relevant subject. Diplomas are often offered and can be completed online.