Asian Culinary Arts
Overview
Through Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisines, students will gain basic skills in professional wok cooking and develop fundamental cooking principles and techniques. This unique learning opportunity provides extensive hands-on training in a professional kitchen and an industry experience to prepare students for employment and advancement in the hotel/restaurant/food service industry focusing on Asian cuisine.
| Tuition | $6,088 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 8 months |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Tuition | $22,770 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 8 months |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
What to expect
What you will learn
- Apply cookery skills and knowledge to the preparation, presentation, and service of a range of Asian culinary dishes for a commercial hospitality environment.
- Demonstrate basic competence in professional wok skills, techniques, knowledge, and safety.
- Evaluate products for consistency and accuracy in yield, taste, flavour, and overall appearance according to product specifications and standards.
- Adhere to industry standards and procedures for food and kitchen safety and sanitation in a production kitchen.
- Apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for success and sustainable professional practice in the Asian culinary industry.
- Critically self-reflect on performance to identify and enhance professional skills.
Program duration and maximum time for completion
The Asian Culinary Arts Certificate Program is two consecutive terms in length. Students have a maximum of 3 years to complete the credential.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- Knowledge of English demonstrated by one of the following:
- Any grade 10 English or equivalent, or
- English Language Proficiency at an English 10 level, or
- Department approval
- Any grade 10 Mathematics or equivalent, or department approval
Upon Acceptance
- Valid Food Safe Level 1 Certificate (certification must remain valid throughout the program)
- Applicants must be able to physically handle: all seafood including but not limited to fish & shellfish, beef, lamb, pork, all types of poultry, all types of game, all dairy products, and all associated by-products required to meet the program outcomes.
- Any known food allergies must be disclosed to the department.
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Recommended characteristics
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Interpersonal and respectful communication skills
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Some creativity is an asset
Considerations: This program can be physically taxing, with students typically needing to perform motor skills and hand-eye coordination over extended time periods, including a need to stand over hot stoves. The physical demands of the profession may worsen existing wrist, shoulder, and back conditions.
Note: Some travel to alternate locations will be required during the work experience course.
Program availability
Not currently available.
Fall 2026 |
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|---|---|
| Program start date | Aug |
| Status | Closed |
| Application opens | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Application deadline | |
Courses
International students
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACUL 1100 | Asian Kitchen Orientation | 4 |
| ACUL 1105 | Fundamentals of Asian Cooking | 4.5 |
| ACUL 1110 | Basic Asian Cooking Techniques 1 | 4.5 |
| ACUL 1115 | Basic Asian Cooking Techniques 2 | 4.5 |
| ACUL 1220 | Intermediate Asian Cooking Techniques 1 | 4.5 |
| ACUL 1225 | Intermediate Asian Cooking Techniques 2 | 5.5 |
| ACUL 1230 | Asian Production Kitchen | 4.5 |
| ACUL 1240 | Asian Culinary Work Experience | 4 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and costs
| Application fee | $36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,088 | |
| Student union | $145 | |
| College initiative | $109 | |
| Campus resource | $244 | |
| U-Pass | $376 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $7,040 |
Books & Supplies
Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Technical requirement
Tuition deposits are usually payable within three weeks after an offer is issued. The amount listed on this page is based on the first-term estimate. Refer to your offer for the exact amount required to accept an offer – either First-Term Estimate or First-Year Estimate.
| Tuition deposit | $12,100 | $10,000 non-refundable |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $145 | |
| Tuition | $22,770 | |
| Student union | $145 | |
| College initiative | $114 | |
| Temporary medical insurance | $149 | |
| U-Pass | $376 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Other fees | $1,200 | |
| Total | $23,970 |
Books & Supplies
Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Technical requirement
How to apply
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Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
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