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Introduction to Computers - COM3005 (30 hrs)

Computers in the kitchen are a reality. Learn about the six important elements of an effective information system, organizing and processing data into information you can use, data communication, software and trends in the information age. No computer needed. $149.99

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Time Management Combating Time Theft - TMT0800 (8 hrs)

Learn how to discover your values, develop positive lifetime habits,
plan and schedule your time effectively. Numerous evaluation tools
to improve time management and self-esteem are included. $69.00

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Supervisory Management - MGT3000 (30 hrs)

Learn how to manage people in the food service industry, find the right leadership and communication style for you, recruit, train and evaluate employees, delegate, motivate and discipline employees, make decisions, and utilize problem-solving methods and techniques for effective planning. "Must-have" training for anyone interested in career advancement. $149.99

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Management of Food and Labor Costs - FLC3000 (30 hrs)


Covers cost control from a management perspective. Labor costs, food-cost control, beverage control, internal control, financial statements, budgets, and cost-volume-profit analysis are discussed so you can see for yourself just where the money goes! $149.99

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Basics of Management and Leadership - MGT0500 (5 hrs)

Need to learn about management leadership styles, communication, positive work climate, team building, delegation, and conflict management? This course will meet those goals. $49.00

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Supervision and Human Resources - MGT0800 (8 hrs)

A comprehensive review course covering supervision and human resources.
This course includes communication, team building, problem-solving
methods, human resource issues and more. $89.00

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Human Resources Management Update and Review - HRM0500 (5 hrs)


Update or review knowledge on job expectations; recruiting, selecting, orienting and
training employees; performance evaluation and discipline. This course includes
sexual harassment and substance abuse issues. $49.00

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Nutrition - NUT3000 (30 hrs)

Covers food grouping systems, the human body and nutrition, carbohydrates,
lipids and proteins, vitamins, minerals, water weight maintenance and dieting,
food technology, and problems of the global food supply. Interesting, invaluable
information vital to your success as a professional. $149.99

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Nutrition Considerations for the Culinary Staff - NUT0800 (8 hrs)

A comprehensive review course in nutrition for individuals with culinary
responsibilities. This course includes basic nutrition, menu planning,
healthy cooking, label reading and basic diet modifications. $89.00

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Complementary Medicine - CME0800 (8 hrs)

Learn about the mind-body connection, herbal medicine, pharmacologic and
biologic treatments, diet and nutrition. Information on how to combine the best
of traditional and alternative therapies is also included. $69.00

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Practical Application of Food Allergy Guidelines - FAL0800 (8 hrs)

An introduction to food allergies, which covers recognition, evaluation, and testing.
Practical application for food substitutes and dealing with chemicals is included. $69.00

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Nutrition: Making it Work for You - NUT0500 (5 hrs)

An introduction to the fundamentals of nutrition, which can be used in your personal and professional life. Learn about basic nutrients, the Food Guide Pyramid, and recipe substitutions. Basic diet modifications for obesity, hypertension, and diabetes are incorporated. $49.00

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Advanced Culinary Nutrition Applications - ACN0500 (5 hrs)


An advanced nutrition course for individuals with culinary responsibilities. This course
includes information on fat replacers, sugar substitutes and phytochemicals. $49.00

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Nutrient Analysis for School Breakfast & Lunch Programs - SFS1000 (10 hrs)


Learn about school lunch and breakfast program regulations, and how to
estimate nutrient content with both traditional and enhanced, food-based
menu planning. No computer needed for this course. $79.00

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PA Food Employee Recertification (PA Department of Agriculture) -FER0800 (8 hours)

Five-year recertification course reviewing food safety; the flow of food; safe
and sanitary facilities and equipment; the HACCP system; and kitchen safety.
*For PA food recertification only. $84.00

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Sanitation and Safety for the Hospitality Industry - SAN3000 (30 hrs)

Learn about bacteria, molds, yeasts, and other organisms that cause food-borne illness;
the major characteristics of the most common (and most feared) food poisoning organisms;
pest control; effective dishwashing and sanitizing procedures; prevention of contamination;
and products liability. Critical knowledge you cannot afford to be without! $149.99

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Sanitation and Safety (PA Department of Agriculture) - SAN1500 (15 hrs)

A comprehensive review course in food safety and sanitation. Learn about food-borne
illness, the flow of food, safe food handling, maintaining sanitary facilities and equipment,
pest management, food safety regulations, and employee food safety training.
*For PA food certification only. $174.00

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Food Safety and Sanitation - SAN0800 (8 hrs)


A comprehensive review course in food safety sanitation. Maintaining safe and sanitary facilities and equipment, HACCP, and kitchen safety are included in this course. $89.00

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Intro to Food Safety and HACCP - SAN0500 (5 hrs)

Learn about food safety and preventing food-borne illness during the workflow
in your kitchen. An introduction to HACCP is included in this course. $49.00

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Microbial Food Safety Beyond the Basics - MFS0800 (8 hrs)

An advanced level food safety course, which provides detailed information on bacterial
food-borne pathogens, nonbacterial food-borne illness, trends and food safety. $69.00

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All AAIS courses have been developed by experts in the area of distance education in coordination with the most experienced and talented professionals in the fields of business, nutrition, sanitation and management. We constantly review and improve our courses to ensure your education is of the highest quality and value.