The Sun Valley Culinary Institute (SVCI) is a community supported not-for-profit committed to being a center for culinary education and a hub for culinary arts. As an educational institution, SVCI will serve two groups of students: professional students and enthusiast cooks. The Professional Program is designed for students committed to beginning a career in the foodservice industry. This one-year program offers a unique balance of kitchen classes and professional experience at an affordable cost, with a small class size. SVCI’s approach provides a distinct alternative to the more traditional college level culinary arts programs. The Professional Program is a non-accredited program consisting of 5 months of intensive instruction and 7 months of industry experience (two 3.5-Month externs