Associate of Applied Science Degree

Culinary Arts & Nutrition for Integrative Health

The Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts & Nutrition for Integrative Health Program is a flexible, dual-program degree that combines Bauman College’s Online Culinary School training with its online Holistic Nutrition Consultant program.

This 1600-hour Associate degree allows students to complete 800 hours of culinary arts training and 800 hours of nutrition education in the sequence that best fits their goals and schedule.

Designed for working adults, the program emphasizes whole-foods education, applied culinary skills, and nutrition theory within a supportive online learning environment.

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Program Structure & Length

Total Program Length

1600 hours

Culinary Arts (Holistic Chef)

800 hours | ~12 months | 100% online coursework + required externship

Nutrition Consultant

800 hours | ~12 months | 100% online

Program Sequence

Flexible — programs may be completed in either order

What You’ll Learn

Students build foundational and applied skills, including:

Whole-foods nutrition principles and therapeutic nutrition concepts
Online culinary school training focused on health-supportive cooking
Menu planning based on dietary needs and lifestyle considerations
Client communication and nutrition education fundamentals
Culinary and nutrition applications for diverse populations
Business foundations relevant to culinary and wellness profession

This program emphasizes education and skill development, preparing students to apply what they learn in professional food and wellness settings.

Integrated Learning Experience

Students engage in:

Integrated culinary and nutrition coursework connecting whole-foods preparation with nutrition science and practical application

Applied culinary skill development through hands-on cooking projects, menu planning, and health-supportive recipe development

A required culinary externship providing real-world professional experience

Career Pathways

Graduates may pursue opportunities such as:

Holistic Chef or Personal Chef
Nutrition Consultant*
Wellness Coach or Educator
Community Wellness Program Support Roles
Wellness or Retreat Center Culinary Positions

*Graduates of the Nutrition Consultant program may be eligible to sit for the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP) credentialing examination.

Program Highlights

Associate of Applied Science Degree
100% online culinary arts* and nutrition education
Flexible program sequencing
Financial aid and GI Bill® benefits are available for those who qualify

*Required culinary externship providing applied professional experience

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