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Orlando Culinary Academy Announces New Diploma, Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program Taught in Spanish

Orlando (September 25, 2008) - The Orlando Culinary Academy (OCA) is pleased to announce the addition of their new Spanish Diploma Program. This 30-week program will begin on Monday, September 29 at the OCA campus and will offer Spanish-speaking students an opportunity to earn a diploma in Le Cordon Bleu culinary arts. 

Students will spend 24 weeks in the kitchens at the OCA campus and the final six weeks in their externships. All classes will be taught in Spanish by Chef Luis Ortiz, head instructor, and Chef Alex Rodriguez, associate instructor and graduate of OCA Culinary Arts AAS. Classes will be held Monday through Friday evenings from 6:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m.

Students in this program will be exposed to a lecture class in Safety and Sanitation and seven hands-on introductory classes in culinary skills, baking and pastries, garde manger, meat fabrication, European and Asian Cuisine, and American Cuisine. Tuition for the diploma program includes the application fee, books, tools, uniforms and food costs. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. Upon completion of the 30-week program, students will receive two diplomas, one from Orlando Culinary Academy and one from Le Cordon Bleu. Students who complete the program may also have the opportunity to transfer into an OCA degree program.

“We at OCA are thrilled to offer the Spanish-speaking community an opportunity to earn a diploma in culinary arts,” said Joe Hardiman, president of OCA. “This diploma program is perfect for those who wish to learn more about the culinary world after hours while still being able to have their day jobs. We hope to also add an English-speaking program just like this.”

OCA is offering tours of their campus to provide more details about the Spanish Diploma Program on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.

About Orlando Culinary Academy
Established in 2002, Orlando Culinary Academy is a premier culinary arts school, providing Le Cordon Bleu training in a hands-on, small classroom environment. Orlando Culinary Academy offers specialized Associate Degrees in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking and Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts.  Orlando Culinary Academy is an affiliate of Le Cordon Bleu Schools North America, one of the largest providers of quality culinary arts education. Few institutions possess the distinguished reputation of Le Cordon Bleu, the renowned cooking school with Parisian roots dating back to 1895. The campus is over 80,000 square feet, equipped with computer labs and instructional, industry current kitchens and located close to downtown Orlando .  Orlando Culinary Academy is a member of the Career Education Corporation (NASDAQ:CECO) network of universities, colleges and schools. For more information, please call 407-888-4000 or log on to: www.orlandoculinary.com.

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