Professional Cookery NC – Day Release SCQF Level 6

What is special about this course?

This course is for those already working in the industry and it builds on many of the basic skills learned at lower levels and in employment.  
The course develops knowledge and understanding, in addition to relevant practical skills.  It is delivered in practical kitchen and theory classroom settings and learning will also take place in the Beechtree Kitchen, our Realistic Working Environment.

Special features:

  • Taught by experienced, qualified Hospitality Lecturers
  • Opportunity to hone existing practical skills and build on theory knowledge.
  • Structured and varied units featuring continuous assessment and evaluation.
  • Gain a qualification whilst continuing to work in the industry.
  • Peer learning through working alongside other levels and introducing the concept of supervision.

Entry requirements

Candidates will normally be working in the Hospitality Industry, in a professional kitchen, and will have some experience under their belts.  This course is designed to offer an opportunity towards a qualification whilst continuing to work.

Year 1 (to achieve NPA)

  • Professional Cookery: Practical
  • Pastry
  • Food Hygiene for the Hospitality Industry
  • Leading a Hospitality Team
  • Health & Safety in Hospitality
  • Work Placement 

Year 2 (to achieve NC)

  • Professional Cookery: Knowledge
  • Professional Cookery: Kitchen Operations            
  • Hospitality Costing 

Equipment

Uniform and equipment are required for this course.  Candidates will be expected to provide their own uniform, but knives and all necessary equipment will be provided.

How will I study my course?

  • Part Time

Most of the teaching will be face-to-face and in practical settings.  Theory will be delivered in a Classroom with computers and there will be learning materials and announcements on Brightspace, our Virtual Learning Environment.

How long will my course last?

2 Years

Where can I study my course?

    • UHI Moray

Start date

August or January

Fees

Normally, your employer will fund this course.

If you are on low income or in receipt of certain benefits your course fees may be covered by a fee waiver.

If you are not Ordinarily Resident in Scotland, you may need to pay course fees.

Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.

Course fees 2023/24*

Scotland

Rest of UK

International

Further Education - Full time

£1,008

£1,008

£6,960

Further Education - Part time (per single credit unit)

£88

£88

£352

Further Education - Part time (structured 6 credits)

£528

£528

£2,112

* Fees for 2024/25 are still to be confirmed.

Funding

Our Student Finance Advisers can advise you on all aspects of student funding. The support available depends upon your personal circumstances.

Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.

What can I do on completion of my course?

  • Students could progress on the to the HNC in Professional Cookery, either full-time or part-time.
  • Students will have enhanced skills and knowledge and this should allow quicker progression into more senior job roles.

Is there more information available online?

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“This course enhances existing knowledge and skills, gained at Level 5 or in employment, and provides quality training from experienced Lecturers.  Whilst focusing on the professional kitchen, building on their knowledge, skills and confidence, learners build a portfolio of achievements throughout the year”.
(Martyn Woodward, HATA Lecturer)

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