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The Professional Cookery course will enable students to develop practical culinary skills and an understanding of food science, food technology and food hygiene.
Professional Cookery
5M2088
Course Fees
€1,305
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, it is a legal requirement for anyone working with food in a range of sectors to hold such certification.
About This Course
Course Content
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.
Further Study
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 Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
Career Opportunities
This course in Professional Cookery is aimed at students interested in finding employment in the catering industry.
Certification
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Professional Cookery
5M2088
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Professional Cookery
Culinary Techniques
International Cuisines
Meal Service
Pastry, Baking and Desserts
Word Processing
Food Science and Technology
Choice of French, German or Spanish ab initio
Menu Planning and Applied Nutrition
Personal Effectiveness
Work Practice
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