Higher Certificate in Arts in Culinary Arts – Professional Chef Programme (Cork Campus

HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ARTS IN CULINARY ARTS – PROFESSIONAL CHEF PROGRAMME

LOCATION

Online and MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork

COURSE FEEENQUIRIES ENQUIRIES

Síle Hammond Laura Dorney E: admissionsCork@mtu.ie

Funding Option Available

COURSE CODE CR_OCULA_6

(LEVEL 6)

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Application Procedure

You must register with Springboard https://springboardcourses. ie/ and apply for Higher Certificate in Arts in Culinary Arts –Professional Chef Programme. Once your application on the Springboard website has been accepted, MTU Admissions office in Cork will be in contact with you to complete your registration.

This course is designed for upskilling/advanced skilling purposes and suitable for any candidate currently working at commis chef/chef de partie level.

Admission Requirements

Students will be required to have completed 60 ECTS, Level 6 Certificate in Culinary Arts/Culinary Skills, or equivalent. Eligible applications will be ranked on the basis of academic merit. The University’s policy in relation to recognition of prior learning (RPL) applies.

Aim

The aim of the programme is to provide learners with the knowledge and advanced skills and competencies necessary for a successful and progressive career in the culinary arts sector.

Students will be taught essential practical skills underpinned with the academic knowledge required of a modern day professional chef.

Duration & Delivery

This is a part-time course that will be delivered with a blended learning approach. This course will take place during the day for approximately 16 hours per week (over 2 days) Mondays and Tuesdays, 9am to 6pm (September to December, and February to May). Mandatory induction/training will take place in advance of classes commencing.

Award

Higher Certificate in Arts in Culinary Arts (Level 6, 60 ECTS on the National Framework of Qualifications)