Professional Cookery

QQI Level 5

Course Code

Major Award Code

5M2088

About This Course

This course embeds skills, knowledge and confidence in culinary techniques, food preparation, tasting, plating and student self-evaluation. It enables students to acquire knowledge and skills in menu planning, food nutrition, meal service, food science and technology. Students will prepare classical culinary dishes, classical sauces and cuisines from around the world. Students will be given the opportunity to gain EHAI Food Safety Certification (Awarded by the Environmental Health Association of Ireland), valid for a period of five years.

On completion of the course, students can progress into employment within the hospitality sector. Trainee chefs can progress to the Commis Chef level 6 program or pursue a Culinary Arts Degree.

Modules

Course Content

Culinary Techniques
International Cuisines
Pastry, Baking and Desserts
Meal Service
Food Science and Technology
Menu Planning and Applied Nutrition
Personal Effectiveness
Word Processing
Work Practice

Progression

Culinary Arts - DKIT
Culinary Arts- TUS
Culinary Arts - TUD
Culinary Entrepreneurship - TUS Midlands
Culinary Arts (Killybegs) - ATU Donegal
Culinary & Gastronomic Science - ATU Galway/Mayo

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.

Course Fees

At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees.

Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150.