Course details
The Food Preparation Certificate course takes 22 weeks of intense practice that comprises the two main 1st year modules from the Culinary Arts program:
- Cold & Hot Kitchen
- Pastry & Baking
After successfully completing the course and passing all the module exams you will be awarded an internationally accredited Certificate for professional training in part of the profession “Cook”.
Please scroll below to see the program overview.
Entry requirements
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Successfully obtained diploma for secondary education
- Passion for cooking and commitment to regular attendance
- Good command of the English language (B1 level)
Next starting dates
We have 2 intakes per year. The next starting dates are as follows:
Next intakes:
- 14 September 2026
- 8 March 2027
Application deadlines
Applications are open all year round, however, depending on your citizenship there might be some delay. We advise:
- Holders of EU/EEA passports to submit their application no later than 15 working days before the start of the program.
Tuition fees
Read more about our fees and refund policy here.
Admission process
Step 1
Fill in the application form.
Step 2
We will get in touch with you to give you additional information and answer your questions.
Step 3
You need to book an appointment for an online interview. We would like to have a friendly chat to understand your proficiency in English and learn more about why you choose to study at HRC Culinary Academy.
Career Opportunities
After completing your course and receiving your certificate, you can take advantage of our career opportunities and apply for some of the internship opportunities we offer. Please, note that:
- Every internship is based on your skills, professional background and motivation.
- An additional fee corresponding to the semester fee of the Culinary Arts program is required.