Are you creative, with a keen interest in food preparation? Do you enjoy being a team player, and at the same time, have the ability to show leadership in a fast-paced environment? Fleming's Chef Training certificate program is ideal if you like the challenge of physical work with a strong artistic appeal. The ability to travel and work long hours will improve your career opportunities.
Peterborough
Fall 2013
| Program Status: | Accepting Applications |
| Program Code: | CHT |
| Location: | Peterborough |
| Co-ordinator: | Steve Moghini Email |
| Credential: | Ontario College Certificate |
| Start Dates: | September 03, 2013 |
| Tuition Fees: | $1,972.50 per semester* |
| * Tuition and fees subject to change. | |
Winter 2014
| Program Status: | Accepting Applications |
| Program Code: | CHT |
| Location: | Peterborough |
| Co-ordinator: | Steve Moghini Email |
| Credential: | Ontario College Certificate |
| Start Dates: | January 06, 2014 |
| Tuition Fees: | $1,914.50 per semester* |
| * Tuition and fees subject to change. | |
Program Highlights
In Fleming's one-year (two-semester) Chef Training certificate program you will learn how to:
- apply basic food and bake theories to all aspects of food preparation
- contribute to a healthy, safe and well-maintained food service environment
- apply principals of nutrition to all aspects of food production
- understand food cost control techniques
- work effectively as a member of a food service team
- apply the self-management skills to contribute to the success of a food service operation
Why Choose Fleming
This program will prepare you for a career in today's ever-changing world. The EDGE focus within the School of Justice and Business Studies is founded on 4 principles:
- Environmental Responsibility: Learn how to contribute to a sustainable future. Ensure your career leaves a green footprint.
- Diversity: Work with a variety of people from faculty, administration, students and members of the community. Learn how to be creative and innovative.
- Global Perspective: Learn to compete on a level playing field in the global market.
- Experience: Gain real experience in your field through case studies, simulations, placements and applied projects.
Develop your EDGE at the School of Justice and Business Studies.
Work Experience
During your studies you will be required to complete a minimum 80-hour in-school practicum. This workplace experience will provide you with the opportunity to practice the theories and skills you have been studying in the program.
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of Fleming's Chef Training certificate program, you will have a number of options. You can:
- seek entry-level employment as a cook or assistant cook in a restaurant, hotel, catering or institutional food setting
- choose a working apprenticeship with the goal of writing the Provincial Trade of Cook Certificate of Qualification examination
- apply your Chef Training certificate towards advanced standing, and complete Fleming's Culinary Management Program with one more year of study.
With more experience and training in the field, you can work towards a career as a garde manger, sous-chef, chef de cuisine, specialist chef or executive chef.
Minimum Admission Requirements
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OSSD with the majority of credits at the College (C) and Open (O) level, including:
2 College (C) English courses (Grade 11 or Grade 12)
When (C) is the minimum course level for admission, (U) or (U/C) courses are also accepted.
Mature Students
If you are 19 years of age or older before classes start, and you do not possess an OSSD, you can write the Canadian Adult Achievement Test to assess your eligibility for admission.
* Students starting in January are required to attend classes over the summer semester.
Related Programs
Other related hospitality programs are: Tourism and Travel, Hospitality Administration - Hotel and Resort, Culinary Management , or Culinary Management Co-op Diploma Apprenticeship.
Health Requirements
Students should be in good physical and mental health. Independent physical mobility and manual dexterity are essential in cooking. If you have any medical concerns, you are strongly advised to discuss your concerns with the program co-ordinator, and to consult your doctor. Students are strongly urged to obtain vaccination against Hepatitis B prior to the practical component of the program.
Additional Costs
Plan on $1,000 for first semester books and supplies and $600 for the second semester.
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