Cook
- Updated on: May 1, 2026
Program Description
Start your career in the culinary industry with our Cook Course. Learn essential cooking techniques food preparation, kitchen safety, menu planning and food presentation through hands-on training. Gain the practical skills employers value and prepare for careers in restaurants, hotels, catering and commercial kitchens.
Admission Requirements
General Skill Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements to enroll in the Cook Training Program:
- Technical Training Requirement: Applicants must complete 6 weeks of technical training as part of the program requirements over a 1-year period.
- Work-Based Training Requirement: Applicants must complete 1,000 hours of work-based training to gain practical culinary experience and develop workplace cooking skills.
Applicants should demonstrate the ability to develop and apply the following skills:
- Creative Skills: Ability to use creativity in food preparation, menu planning, and culinary techniques.
- Expressive Skills: Ability to communicate effectively and present culinary ideas and work.
- Precise Skills: Ability to follow recipes, apply accurate measurements, and maintain attention to detail in food preparation.
- Visual Skills: Ability to recognize food quality, presentation, and visual standards in culinary practices.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the course, participants will be able to:
- Food Safety & Storage: Learn how to order, organize, handle, and store food safely while following industry food safety and hygiene standards.
- Food Preparation & Cooking: Develop practical skills in preparing and cooking a wide variety of ingredients using professional cooking techniques.
- Flavours & Cuisines: Explore different flavours, seasonings, and international cuisines to create delicious and well-balanced meals.
- Menu Planning: Learn how to plan menus, create attractive dishes, control food costs, and present meals professionally.
- Professional Kitchen Skills: Prepare food for restaurants, catering services, special events, and customers with different dietary needs and preferences.
Additional Information
Trade Qualifier Certification Pathway
Individuals with extensive experience in the electrical trade may be eligible to challenge the certification exam as a Trade Qualifier and obtain certification without completing a traditional apprenticeship program.
Before applying, applicants should ensure they meet the following requirements:
- Have the required hands-on work experience hours and demonstrate experience across the required scope of electrical trade tasks.
- Provide valid work references who can verify previous and/or current electrical work experience. References may be contacted by phone as part of the verification process.
- Ensure current and previous employers can confirm employment details. Verification may involve contact with company owners, Human Resources representatives, managers, or supervisors.
- After approval, applicants must schedule and successfully complete the certification exam and practical assessment (if required) within the approved timeframe.
The Trade Qualifier pathway provides experienced electrical professionals with an opportunity to have their skills and knowledge assessed and achieve certification through the challenge exam process.
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Key Information
- Start Date: Continuous Intakes
- Program Duration: 240 Hours | 12 Weeks
- Homework Hours: 50 Hours
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Total Tuition Fee: $2,500
Tuition Fees $950
Textbook Fees $550
Materials Fees $1000 - Delivery Method(s): In-class instruction + Distance education + Combined
