Professional Cook 1 – ESL

Diploma: Certificate

Location: Downtown

International students admissibility: Accepts International Students

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Overview

Gain professional culinary skills while upgrading your English speaking, reading, writing, and listening for the workplace.

This program is only open for domestic students(Canadian/Permanent Residents). If you’re interested in as an international students, please visit aaaa.vcc.ca

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	The program is 40 weeks. Students have a maximum of three years to complete the credential.
Hours	<p>Monday to Thursday from 10:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.</p> <p>This program must be completed within 3 years.</p>
Delivery	Class-based
Campus	Downtown
Start Dates	Sep

My time at Vancouver Community College’s Music and Dance Program has been nothing short of transformative. What began as a pursuit of artistic excellence evolved into a journey that not only refined my skills but also shaped me into a more confident and expressive individual.
John Dow, Music & Dance

What to expect

40 weeks of full-time study
A fully equipped commercial kitchen
Work experience in VCC’s public cafeteria
Hands-on learning
Classroom instruction
Active participation
Teamwork
Critical thinking
Self/peer assessments
Exams
Practical assessments
Course assignments
Portfolios

What you will learn

Apply cookery skills and theoretical knowledge to the preparation, presentation and service of a range of dishes and beverages for a commercial hospitality environment.
Evaluate product for consistency and accuracy in yield, taste, flavour, and overall appearance according to product specifications and standards.
Identify and describe the principles of nutrition and balanced food combinations for institutional menus.
Adhere to industry health, safety and employment standards in the preparation, handling and storage of food and equipment.
Apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for success and sustainable professional practice in the culinary arts.
Reflect on performance and practice to enhance professional skills needed to enter and advance in the culinary industry.
Communicate clearly and professionally in English using industry-specific language and sociocultural practices

Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion

The program is 40 weeks. Students have a maximum of three years to complete the credential.

Job prospectives

STATIC CONTENT

Dental Technologist / Dental Technician
Dental Lab Quality Control Specialist
Dental Materials Sales Representative
Dental Equipment Technician or Specialist
CAD / CAM Designer for Dental Restorations
Dental Laboratory Manager
Dental Technology Instructor

Admission Requirement

ELSK 0515 and ELSK 0520 each with a grade of ‘S’ or equivalent
or
English Language Proficiency demonstrated by one of the following:

o IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum overall score of 4.5 with no band lower than 4.0
or
o TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based Test) with a minimum score of 45, or equivalent

Any grade 10 Mathematics course or VCC’s Basic Arithmetic assessment with an 80% or equivalent
or
Approval of the department

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 other known food allergies must be disclosed.

Notes

Applicants with a VCC Baking and Pastry Certificate or Baking and Pastry Red Seal Certificate may be exempt from CULI 1504 Baking Techniques
Applicants with a Meat Cutter’s Red Seal Certificate may be exempt from CULI 1505 Butchery and Meat Cutting

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

Recommended Characteristics

It is strongly recommended that applicants consider the daily tasks associated with working in a professional kitchen. These include the following Essential Skills Requirements:

Physical condition and stamina to meet the demands of the program, including good motor skills and coordination
Ability to multi-task, work accurately with strong and neatly, efficient organizational and manage time effectively management skills
Integrity, ability to take initiative and handle responsibility
Ability to work independently and respectfully in groups
Ability to give close attention to detail for sustained long periods of time
Interpersonal & respectful communication skills
Some creativity is an asset
High standards of personal hygiene

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Full-time

Course list is not available at the moment.

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	$6,389
Student union	$73
College initiative	$157
Materials		not including textbooks
Campus resource	$256
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental	$285	Provided by Student Union
U-Pass	$469	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$8,554

Books & Supplies

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax

Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC

No-cost textbooks are available for this program.

* 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 ($300 or $500, depending on program).

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.

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Application Process

Are you interested in this program? Find out more information in the Culinary Arts Student Handbook.

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