FAQ

• Is there an entry test? If so, what kind of test?

For students who do not have grade 12 or equivalent, they may be asked to do an entrance test for math and comprehension testing.

• Why would I want a Culinary Career?

You have a passion for food and pleasing people. There are many benefits of a career in foodservice: Lots of Job potential, world wide demand, infinite income potential, exciting and challenging.

• What are the qualifications for getting accepted into a program?

Students must apply and supply school transcripts. Local students must attend a personal interview. There is no previous cooking experience required. Foreign students must send in a completed application form and supplementary documents.

• What is the Red Seal?

The Red Seal Program was established to provide greater mobility across Canada for skilled workers. Through the program, apprentices who have completed their training and certified journeypersons, are able to obtain a "Red Seal" endorsement on their Certificates of Qualification and Apprenticeship by successfully completing an Interprovincial Standards Examination.

The program encourages standardization of provincial and territorial apprenticeship training and certification programs. The "Red Seal" allows qualified tradespersons to practice the trade in any province or territory in Canada where the trade is designated without having to write further examinations. To date, there are forty-five trades included in the Red Seal Program on a national basis.

Click Here to see The Interprovincial Red Seal Program web site.

• What is the CCC Designation?

The Certified Chef de Cuisine designation is the highest professional culinary recognition and accreditation in Canada. It represents the culmination of the highest standards of managerial and administrative responsibilities, culinary skills and dedication to the cooking profession.