VCC Culinary Apprenticeship Level 1

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This partnership program between Vancouver Community College and School District 42 provides a unique opportunity for secondary school students to complete Grade 12 graduation requirements while earning post-secondary credits and certification as a Professional Cook 1. Additionally, students will acquire job-ready skills to enter the job market.

The Program

This program covers such topics as preparing grills, roasts, sauces, seafood, soups and stocks. Students will also acquire skills in cooking and baking desserts and learn basic kitchen management including food costing. Students who complete the program will receive a Certificate as Professional Cook level 1. The program will cover theory and related information along with hands-on cooking practice.

Grading

The minimum grade for individual courses is 64 percent. An overall GPA of 70 percent or better is required. All courses must be passed in order to successfully complete the program. Students who successfully complete the program will have completed 6 courses for 24 credits on the secondary school graduation transcript. They will also receive a Vancouver Community College certificate

Program Content

The standard program consists of the following course content:

• Vegetable and Starch
• Cooking Meat and Poultry
• Seafood Preparation
• Techniques Stocks
• Sauces and Soups
• Meat, Poultry and Seafood Cutting
• Egg Cooking Baking and Desserts