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CCP Program

Elevate Your Culinary Career

Master business and cuisine with the Certified Culinary Professional (CCP) program, created by the Hispanic Restaurant Association.

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601
Lessons
80
Hours+
37
Submodules
Restaurant fundamentals Cuts from the rib The five mother sauces

Founding Sponsors

Adams sponsor
Colorado Beef Council sponsor
CHF sponsor

Meet Your Instructor

Pablo Aya is the Culinary Director for the Hispanic Restaurant Association.

Chef Pablo Aya is a culinary virtuoso with over 15 years of experience, known for balancing extraordinary dishes with high-impact leadership.

His work with local farms, operational excellence, and innovation in menu development have helped shape Hispanic cuisine at a national level.

Across high-end restaurants, large-scale dining operations, and media-driven culinary education, Chef Aya brings a practical teaching style focused on technical mastery, leadership, and business growth for modern kitchens.

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Modules

What You Will Learn

Culinary foundations

Culinary Foundations

59 lessons • 7.5 hours

Dive into food history, kitchen basics, and the science behind cooking.

Culinary techniques

Culinary Techniques

89 lessons • 12.5 hours

Master knife work and the methods that define professional cooking.

Menu planning

Menu Planning and Development

65 lessons • 8 hours

Build creative, profitable menus that balance nutrition and operations.

Restaurant operations

Restaurant Operations

64 lessons • 8 hours

Gain practical insight into managing high-performing food-service teams.

Food cost and inventory

Food Cost and Inventory Management

64 lessons • 8 hours

Improve profitability through purchasing, storage, and inventory control.

Business management

Business Management for Restaurants

63 lessons • 8 hours

Build confidence in finance, planning, and growth-focused marketing.

Leadership and development

Leadership and Professional Development

64 lessons • 8 hours

Strengthen leadership, communication, and professional decision-making.

Advanced culinary arts

Advanced Culinary Arts

64 lessons • 8 hours

Explore global cuisines, modern techniques, and artistic presentation.

Technology in restaurants

Technology in the Restaurant Industry

69 lessons • 8 hours

Use digital tools to optimize operations and guest experience.

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Experience the depth and quality of CCP instruction with this exclusive preview of our expert-led, hands-on approach to culinary education.

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Beginner Friendly

Whether you're a seasoned chef or new to the culinary world, the CCP program is designed to meet you where you are and elevate your skills to new heights.

Our curriculum builds from foundational concepts to advanced techniques so students can confidently move toward certification.

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Become a Professional in 1 Year

Comprehensive Curriculum: From knife skills to restaurant management.

Practical Experience: Apply your learning in real kitchen environments.

Industry Connections: Build relationships that move your career forward.

Choose the Plan That Fits Your Need

Standard Price

$1500 Course

$1500 Exam

  • Full access to all 9 curriculum modules
  • 80+ hours of video instruction from industry experts
  • Downloadable course materials and recipes
  • Interactive quizzes and assessments
  • Exclusive industry webinars and guest lectures
  • Access to our online student community forum
  • Mobile-friendly learning platform
  • Job board access for internships and career opportunities
  • Lifetime access to course updates and new content
  • Personalized feedback on culinary projects
  • Preparation materials for the CCP practical exam
  • Digital badge for LinkedIn and professional profiles
  • Priority registration for HRA culinary events and workshops
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Scholarship Price

$500 Course

$500 Exam

We believe talent should thrive regardless of financial circumstances.

  • Same complete 9-module curriculum and exam preparation path
  • Same webinars, projects, and community access
  • Same long-term course update access
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Bulk Price (5 or more)

$600 Course

$600 Exam

Elevate your team's culinary performance with cost-effective group enrollment.

  • Access to all curriculum modules and exam prep
  • Ideal for restaurants and organizations
  • Supports leadership development across teams
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Student Testimonials

"It was a life-changing experience being mentored by Chef Pablo."

Chef Rafael Zamora, Hotel La Fonda

"I gained inspiration and insight from Chef Pablo."

Sebastian Cruz, Sea Salt Healthy Kitchen

"Learning from Chef Pablo Aya and Chef Betty Vasquez was priceless."

Chef Carolina Zubiate, Yuan Wonton

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Take the first step towards culinary excellence and professional recognition by enrolling in the CCP program now.

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