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    Programme Title  National Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery
    CAO Code  
    LYIT internal code  LY_GAPCK_F
    Duration  3 Years - Part Time
    Standard Code Places:  20
    National Framework Level  6
    Award Type  Major
    Awarding Body  FETAC
    Is this Programme for Me?
    This programme is designed for full-time employees working in registered establishments, who wish to acquire knowledge and skills while working in industry. As course participants are already employed within the industry and in a working environment in which practical skills are already being applied, the emphasis of the college-based components of the course is upon the development of theory (knowledge and understanding) rather than on the repetitive skills development or simulation of the work environment.
    Minimum Academic Entry Requirements
    You must be at least 17 years of age by December 31st in the year of entry. You must also be working in the food production area in a Fáilte Ireland registered establishment and you must continue to work in the industry for the duration o the programme.
    What will I have to study?
    The advanced Certificate in Professional Cookery is full-time over 2 years, approximately 6 months in College and 4/6 months in industry each year.
    YearProposed ModulesMandatory/
    Elective    		No of creditsClass hours per year
     1  Culinary Skills and Standards Mandatory    64
     Scientific Principles/ Exploring Cookery Part 1 Mandatory    18
     Food Safety 1 Mandatory    12
     Larder Mandatory    38
     Mediterranean Cuisine/ Healthy Options Mandatory    28
     Pastry 1 Mandatory    20
     Breakfast/Brunch Cookery Mandatory    12
     Nutrition 1/Menu Planning Mandatory    24
     Introduction to Business Mandatory    6
     Communications and Personal Development Mandatory    42
     Introduction to Information Technology Mandatory    30
     2  Culinary Classics Mandatory    40
     Introduction to Business 2 Mandatory    42
     Catering Systems Mandatory    30
     Food Safety 2 Mandatory    16
     Scientific Principles/ Exploring Cookery Part 2 Mandatory    16
     Nutrition 2/Menu Analysis Mandatory    28
     Gastronomy – An Introduction Mandatory    12
     Restaurant Service Mandatory    24
     Healthy Options Mandatory    18
     Pastry 2 Mandatory    15
     Pastry 3 Mandatory    25
     3  Classical European and Global Cuisines Mandatory    48
     Introduction to Business 3 Mandatory    42
     Information Technology Mandatory    60
     Pastry 4 Mandatory    24
     Gastronomy – History and Development Mandatory    16
     Buffet Presentations Mandatory    38
     Learning Event Mandatory    20
     Culinary French Mandatory    Integrated
    Programme Aim
    The aim of this programme is to provide participants with a level of knowledge, skills and understanding to enable them to build successful careers in today’s fast growing, ever changing Culinary Arts and Hospitality Industry.
    Are there follow-up Programmes Available?
    Graduates may progress from this programme to compatible Culinary Arts degree programmes.
    Career Opportunities
    There are opportunities for apprentices according to ability and experience to progress to senior positions such as head chef or executive head chef throughout the Hotel and Catering Industry.
    How you I apply?
    Application should be made directly to the School of Tourism. Your application should include a Student Application Form and a Registration of Establishment Form. Applicants who are unable to meet the employment requirements for the duration of the programme will not be considered.

    Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 1st March.
    Late applications may be accepted at the discretion of the School of Tourism.

    Completed Applications should be returned to:
    Admissions, School of Tourism (LyIT), Shore Road, Killybegs, Co Donegal
    Tel No (074) 9186600 Fax No (074) 9186601
    Apprentice Application Form (Proffesional Cookery).pdf
    Registration of Employer Application Form (Proffesional Cookery).pdf
    National Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery.pdf.
    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
    • Contact Donna Mulligan, Admissions, School of Tourism (LYIT) by
    • E- Mail: donna.mulligan@lyit.ie
    • Telephone: (074) 9186613