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Total Immersion Cookery Programme

Total Immersion Cookery Programme

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9 monthsPart Time6Admissions Office, AIT
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This FETAC Level 6 course has been designed in partnership with the renound French Culinary Institute in New York and Fáilte Ireland. This course will help accelerate your career and fast-track you into the fast moving world of professional cookery. It is intended for those who are already working in the industry and who are interested in a career as a professional chef. Students with a passion for food and a mature attitude are essential.

The teaching environment will give you personal attention, instant feedback and allow you to have hands-on experience. This ‘hands-on education’ will allow you to learn both theoretical and practical elements of working in a professional kitchen. The programme is delivered in AIT's state-of-the-art professional culinary facilities and you will also work in industry in a professional production kitchen.

The programme is nine months in duration. For the first 6 months you will spend 3 days in AIT and 2 days with an employer. The last 3 months are spent in structured training with an employer.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Download application form: Total Immersion Cookery Programme

Modules

  • Culinary Skills & Standards
  • Food Safety, Nutrition
  • EU, Mediterranean & Global Cuisine
  • Pastry
  • Larder
  • Gastronomy
  • Culinary Science & Technology
  • Restaurant Service & Communication

Progression

Successful graduates can progress to the BA in Culinary Arts Level 7.

Professional Recognition

Career Opportunities


Additional Information