Culinary Arts (Professional Cookery)

Course details

This course ideally suited to the practically oriented student. On completion of this course, students sit FETAC Examinations. Successful candidates will go on to further training in DIT or IT’s. Students may also seek direct entry to the Catering Industry. Work experience forms an integral part of the course.

Awarding Body:

Further Education & Training Awards Council (FETAC)/QQI - Professional Cookery Award Level 5

Career & Employment Opportunities:

Successful students may choose to go on to full-time FETAC - Level 6 courses in various Institutes of Technology. Students may also gain employment in industry as Commis Chefs & obtain placement on the National Apprenticeship Programme in Professional Cookery. This would be a natural progression for students who complete this course in Crumlin College.

Minimum Entry Requirements:

Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent standard of education. Exemptions may be granted to mature students. All entry is subject to interview/assessment.

Subjects:

• Practical
• Pastry, Baking & Desserts
• International Cuisines
• Culinary Techniques
• Spreadsheet Methods

Theory

• Menu Planning & Applied Nutrition
• Personal Effectiveness
• Food Science & Technology
• Meal Service