• » Intensive 9 Month Professional Cookery

    Programme Title  9 month Intensive Professional Cookery
    CAO Code  
    LYIT internal code  
    Duration  9 months
    Standard Code Places:  16
    National Framework Level  6
    Award Type  Major
    Awarding Body  FETAC
    Is this Programme for Me?
    The programme is an adaption of Failte Ireland’s flagship Advanced Certificate in Professional Cookery (Fetac Level 6). It is designed to be delivered as an intensive nine month immersion programme, integrating theory and practice. It has been developed to provide a relevant professional qualification for those who wish to embark on a career in professional cookery.
    This premier programme offers high quality hands-on education where both theory and practical elements are delivered in state-of-the art professional culinary facilities.
    As part of the programme, participants work in industry in a professional production kitchen and learn the practical skills of professional cookery. Work experience is directly aligned to the learning in college to ensure that the skills and knowledge are reinforced and embedded for the enhancement of the overall learning experience.
    Minimum Academic Entry Requirements
    • Leaving Certificate (any type) standard.
    • Industrial experience is desirable.
    • Must be aged 17 in the year of entry Or
    • Hold a National Skills Certificate
    What will I have to study?
    This nine month programme is structured as follows
    6 months- 3 days in college and 2 days working in industry with an employer of choice
    3 months- intensive structured industry training with an employer of choice.
    PhaseProposed ModulesMandatory/
    Elective    		No of creditsClass hours
     Learning the Fundamentals  Induction/Food Safety Mandatory    20
     Culinary Skills, Standards & Nutrition Mandatory    100
     Classic European Cuisine/ Gastronomy Mandatory    80
     Exploring Techniques  Larder / Buffet / Breakfest Cookery Mandatory    60
     Exploring Cookery:
    Culinary Science and Technology     		Mandatory    20
     Pastry Mandatory    60
     Learning event 1
    The Professional Kitchen:
    Organization, Teamwork & Timing    		 Mandatory    60
     Refining Culinary Service  Mediterranean Cuisine Mandatory    36
     Restaurant Service Mandatory    8
     Global Cuisine Mandatory    36
     Fundamental Business Principles Mandatory    8
     Communications Mandatory    16
     Learning Event 2
    Refining Techniques and Service    		 Mandatory    72
    2 Review/ Final Exams Mandatory    24
    Programme Aim
    This programme prepares you for employment as a professional chef in the tourism and hospitality industry. Training covers the theory and practice of professional cookery and includes 3 months work placement.
    Are there follow-up Programmes Available?
    Graduates may progress from this programme to compatible Culinary Arts degree programmes.
    Career Opportunities
    This programme will qualify you to find professional employment as a 3rd year commis chef in hotels, restaurants, licensed trade, cruise ships, industrial and hospital catering and in other food-related businesses.
    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
    Student Application Form(Professional Cookery).pdf
    Registration of Establishment Form(Professional Cookery).pdf
    Total Immersion Chef's Programme.pdf.
    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
    • Contact Donna Mulligan, Admissions, School of Tourism (LYIT) by
    • E- Mail: donna.mulligan@lyit.ie
    • Telephone: (074) 9186613