Hi group-

Due to some recent major changes in my life, I'm debating a complete 180
degree change in my career, and I'm seriously contemplating a degree in the
culinary arts. I'm 35 yrs old and recently divorced, and sick and tired of
drawing house plans.

I currently live near and work in Gainesville, FL. and because I want to
stay close to my 7 year old daughter, I'd like the school I go to be located
in Florida also. Unfortunately, neither the University of Florida or Santa
Fe Community College offer any sort of culinary programs whatsoever.
Therefore, my choices have been narrowed down to these two possibilities
that I'd like opinions on. Please keep in mind that cost of the school is
not really important, as my Dad has always promised me that he'd put me
through school, anytime, anywhere.

1. Orlando Culinary Academy / Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts, I like this
place because they offer a Bachelor's degree in culinary arts.
2. The Art Institute of Tampa - Florida / Associate's (only) in Culinary
Arts. These folks have been aggressively pursuing me since I filled out a
little form on their website, which kind of puts me off.

So, does anyone here have firsthand experience with either one of these
schools? I've worked (non fast food) restaurants before in several
capacities, but never at the level that I'd be at after attending one of
these programs, so I have a very basic idea of what I'm getting myself into
crazy hours, tons of stress, no life, etc... and I'm willing to accept
that, as my life right now is not at all what I thought it'd be at this
stage of my travels.

Thanks y'all !


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