Professional Chefs Certificate Level 1

This hands-on course is for those who wish to pursue a career as a professional chef. Your progress will be measured through continuous practical assessment and theoretical understanding via online multiple choice questions. You will also be expected to collect evidence via a diary during the course, in preparation for assessment.

The Professional Chefs Certificate is designed for those applicants who have practical strengths but find the more academic aspects challenging. Student progression will be motivated via tutorials and discussions with the specialist subject lecturer.

Course Content
Professional Chefs Certificate Level 1 course units include:

• Food Production and Creative Cookery


• Cookery Methods and Food Preparation Techniques


• Patisserie Work – Desserts


• Food Safety Studies

Please note that the course at Colchester campus incorporates a Restaurant Service qualification as a mandatory element. In addition, you will study at least one Functional Skill in English, maths, or ICT as part of your main programme.

Entry Requirements

3 GCSEs (grades A*-G) and an interview

Career Opportunities

Employment as a commis chef in the hotel and catering industry, with the possibility of an accelerated career path.

Course Progression

Students may potentially progress to a level 2 programme at Colchester. Progression to the second year of the programme depends on achievement during the first year and on punctuality, attendance, interest and effort demonstrated.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for a Full-Time course

Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.