Culinary Fundamentals
College: CONS Program: 1045 Campus: WA
About the Program
This one semester certificate program is designed to provide the student with fundamental knowledge and techniques of quantity food preparation, food safety, an understanding of the complexity of kitchen operations and an appreciation of fine food.Graduates will gain the knowledge and applied skills required to enter the hospitality industry as a cook, kitchen assistant or baker's assistant. Courses in this program will be delivered at flexible times, favourable to the hospitality industry.
Program Facts
Length: 15-week Ontario College Certificate program (also available part-time)Location: Waterloo
Start: May
First-Year Capacity: 18
Tuition: Please refer to Fees Chart for more detail
*Fees are higher for international students on a Student Visa.
*Recreation/Athletics, Graduation/Alumni, Insurance, as well as program-related costs such as books and supplies are additional.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older.
Note:
- Students must be able to receive instruction, respond and research in the English language.
Admission Procedures
- Final selection is made following an assessment of the admission requirements.
For program information call the Information Centre for details at 519-748-5220 ext. 3656.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process. The learning may have taken place through employment, non-credit courses, independent study, conferences and seminars or volunteer activities. Prior learning must be measurable at the college level and meet Conestoga's standards of achievement for current courses. Evaluation is done through a challenge exam or portfolio development. Successful completion results in a credit on a Conestoga College transcript. To begin the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) process please visit: www.conestogac.on.ca/caa/testing/plar.jsp or call 519-748-5220 x2260.