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Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Career Opportunities
This course in Professional Cookery is aimed at students interested in finding employment in the catering industry.
Progression
At Cavan Institute:
Graduates of this course in Professional Cookery may progress to the Commis Chef apprenticeship course, a two-year, level 6 programme where you earn as you learn.
Elsewhere:
Graduates are also eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Higher Education Institutions (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
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Course Fees
€200
Course Content
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Professional Cookery
Culinary Techniques
International Cuisines
Meal Service
Pastry, Baking and Desserts
Word Processing
Food Science and Technology
Menu Planning and Applied Nutrition
Personal Effectiveness
Work Practice
About This Course
This course will enable students to achieve strong culinary and pastry skills. Students will develop an understanding of menu planning and meal service. Students will be given the opportunity to gain EHAI (Environmental Health Association of Ireland) certification in Food Safety. Valid for a period of five years. This course is aimed at students interested in becoming chefs within the hospitality sector. On completion of the course chefs are work ready or can progress to the Commis Chef level 6 programme or pursue a culinary arts degree
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