Summer Bridge/Special Admit

We are open to admit high school students who are interested in the culinary and baking programs.
To apply, please check out the programs below for more information:

Steps to Apply for Summer Bridge/Dual Enrollment Program:
1. Complete the Cerritos College application. For students who need help with the Cerritos College Application, please email, Carla Yorke, cyorke@Cerritos.edu

2. Complete the dual enrollment form. Here is the link to the form: 

Dual Enrollment Form

3. Students, parents/guardians and high school counselors will need to sign the form. The high school counselor will also need to provide the cumulative GPA. Please email the form to your high school counselor. This form is fillable. 

Students should e-mail the completed form to Admissions and Records at the following e-mail address: admissions-info@Cerritos.edu

As a reminder, students will need to pass the class with a “C” or better to be able to take another Cerritos College class while they are in high school. 

For more additional information, please contact Carla Yorke, cyorke@Cerritos.edu or Admission and Records.

Total Involvement

Our goal is to obtain a well-balanced education that will lead to immediate employment and provide a pathway to a successful career in the restaurant industry. This requires total involvement on your part and total commitment on the part of Cerritos College.

Why Study at Cerritos College?

CerritosCollegehas been training students in the field of culinary arts for over 25 years. This long term commitment has given the Culinary Arts Department a strong reputation for qualitytraining throughout the restaurant industry.

Culinary Arts atCerritos College is a combination of strong academics and applied knowledge through hands on applications. This includes fine dining, cafeteria style, banquets, and catering operations.

Career Opportunities

Job opportunities are excellent for students who received the Associate in Arts Degree or Certificate of Achievement from our programs. Graduates from our programs will be prepared to work inentry-level positions of the restaurant industry. Areas of employment include restaurants, hotels, institutions, catering, and commercial food service.