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Course Title:   Advanced Food and Wine Chefs Diploma

Our Advanced Diploma Course concentrates on the practical, theoretical and managerial aspects of food preparation.

Students complete a seven month intensive training period with TCA where daily "hands-on" practical cooking, baking and theory classes are held.

All subject matter is compulsory and the students are required to pass all examinations and practicals, before being allowed into the industry to complete the next five monhts of the course.

After successful completion of the first seven months, students will then complete a five months paid traineeship at a reputable institution.

The Culinary Academy traineeship works in conjunction with some of Cape Town's finest restaurants and hotels, including Buitenverwachting, The Cellars-Hohenort, Savoy Cabbage and Le Quartier Français.

During this period, the student also returns to TCA twice a month to continue with their tuition. Regular assessment of their progress is also made and this is where each student is then trained in the various sections of a working kitchen and their weekly wage allows them to earn whilst they learn!

Thereafter students return to TCA for another three months of practicals, project work, a wide variety of workshops and final exams.


The Culinary Academy's Employment Guarantee

Our world class standard of education allows us to guarantee your future employment. On completion of the 15-Months Advanced Food and Wine Chefs Diploma we assist our graduates with the necessary advice on how to start building their culinary career.

There are many excellent cheffing positions available in internationally recognised restaurants and hotels. Alternatively, how about a job with a Catering Company, Cruise Liner or a position as a Private Chef? We willingly use all of our local and international contacts to ensure that each of our students finds suitable permanent employment.

Course Structure

Subjects

    *       Daily Practical Cooking or Baking Classes
    *      Food and Baking Theory
    *      Food Technology
    *      French Food Terminology
    *      Nutrition
    *      Business Management
    *      Wine Theory and Tasting
    *      Menu Planning
    *      Food Styling
    *      Projects and Workshops
    *      First Aid & Fire Fighting

Whats Included?

    *       Tuition fees
    *      Five sets of uniforms
    *      Safety shoes
    *      Text books
    *      Imported knife-kit
    *      All ingredients
    *      Cooking utensils
    *      TCA Diploma
    *      City & Guilds Diploma
    *      First-Aid Certificate
    *      Fire Fighting Certificate
    *      Cape Wine Academy Certificate
    *      Food Styling & Photography Course
    *      Registrations
    *      Exam fees
    *      Graduation
    *      Field trips
    *      Subscriptions to industry related magazines
    *      Wine tastings
    *      A paid traineeship
    *      International student card
    *      More than 3,000 hours of supervised tuition and practical experience (70% practical & 30% tuition)


Evaluation

The students are assessed continuously. Our minimum requirement in all subject matter is 60%. The Culinary Academy also uses external examiners to ensure that we maintain industry related standards of excellence.

Holidays

The Culinary Academy's year is divided into 2 semesters. The students are given one mini break during the first semester and a 4-week holiday prior to the start of their second semester.


Semester 1: Seven Months Training at The Academy

    *      Daily practical cooking or Baking lessons and demonstrations
    *      Food and Baking Theory
    *      Business Management
    *      Food Technology
    *      Nutrition
    *      French
    *      Wine Theoretical and Tasting
    *      Menu Planning
    *      Food Styling
    *      First Aid
    *      Fire Fighting

Semester 2: Five Months In-Service Training

This entails working in the industry under supervision of an experienced and established chef. While working, you will receive pocket money from the establishment where your in-service training is conducted.

Students will return twice a month to TCA for a day to report on their progress and lectures.


Semester 3: Three Months Practical Including Final Exam

Twice a week you will return to TCA. During this time, any project work, assignments and the Portfolio of Evidence for City and Guilds will be completed - further support and assistance will be given where necessary.

The final Practical and Theory exam will take place at the end of this period.

Compulsory supervised outings to various food and wine producers (depending on season) including short courses such as cheese making, will also be facilitated at no additional cost.

Accreditations

Training Provider of The South African Chefs Association - The Culinary Academy is listed as an accredited Training Provider by this organisation.


City & Guilds - The Culinary Academy is an approved centre for the international City and Guilds Pitman Qualification

In addition to The Culinary Academy's highly respected Advanced Food & Wine Chefs Diploma, we also facilitate the opportunity for each of our students to obtain further recognised international accreditation with a City And Guilds Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking (Culinary Arts). The Food Preparation and Culinary Arts Qualification is globally recognised and provides a set international standard for both theoretical and practical ability. Centre Number: 843267

London Chamber of Commerce Industry International Qualifications and Educational Development International - LCCIIQ/EDI

The Culinary Academy is an approved centre for the London Chamber of Commerce Industry International Qualifications and Educational Development International (LCCIIQ/EDI) accreditation.


Associates

South African Chefs Association - The Culinary Academy is a member of this non-profit organisation, which represents South Africa's best Chefs, Restaurants, Educators, Students and Food Enthusiasts.


Starting Dates and Class Hours

The Culinary Academy offers 2 starting dates annually, January or July. During the first 7-months, class hours are from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday. During their traineeship, the student will work industry hours including evening and weekend shifts.

Course Title 2 Advanced Food and Wine Chefs Diploma Classification Culinary and Food -> Chef Course Requirements Enrolment Requirements * Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age with a Matric qualification and have an absolute commitment to succeed within the hospitality industry. * A valid driver's licence and transport is necessary for each student's in-service traineeship. * Applications from students with learning problems are considered. Oral examinations can be arranged. * Applications to The Culinary Academy must be accompanied by the following support documents: * A written motivation of +-150 words * A copy of your Identity Document * A copy of your latest school/or matric report, or any other tertiary qualification * Two passport size photographs * Your deposit Please note that the application does not constitute a contract between the applicant and TCA until such time as the applicant has received written notice of acceptance. If your application was unsuccessful, your deposit will be refunded within 14-working days. Price No Hidden Costs - Guaranteed In fact, put us to the test. If you come across any hidden costs whilst at TCA, we will refund you with 10% of your original course fee! It's that simple. What you see is what you get. We won't even charge you an application fee! Notes

Course Information Location Western Cape - Paarl Course Type Full-time Start Dates Length of Course 15 Months Final Registration Date

Contact Details Name The Culinary Academy Phone Email infotca.co.za