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NQ ACCELERATED PROFESSIONAL COOKERY YEAR 1

  • Start date:   August 2026
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 6
  • Course Type:   Part-time (Evenings)

NQ ACCELERATED PROFESSIONAL COOKERY YEAR 1

This course is suited to those working in a commercial kitchen or those with previous experience and is an excellent way to gain SQA culinary credits quickly- please be aware that there are limited places are available on this course.

Please note: Applications for all Full-Time, Part-Time and Schools courses for August 2026 entry are now closed.
If you are interested in studying with us, applications for our January 2027 Full-Time Short Courses will open on 13th October 2026.

Applications for August 2027 entry will open in mid-January 2027. These courses will be showcased at our December Showcase Event, with full details available closer to the time.

Work-Based Qualifications (SVQs) still have spaces available, and applications are accepted throughout the year. For information on our available Work-Based Qualifications (SVQs) and how to apply, please visit our Work-Based Qualifications (SVQs) page.

Please check our website regularly for updates, course information and future application dates.

 

Start date – Aug 2026

End date –  Jun 2027

SCQF Level - 6

Mode –  Part time (Evenings)

Days:  Tuesday

Times: 5pm – 8pm

Duration: 3 Years 

Cost: £500 per year 

 

  • What the course includes

    The course includes a wide variety of units to ensure you are ready for the world of work, and competent in your future career path.

    These include:

    • How to prepare, cook and finish dishes meeting industry standards
    • Fish and shellfish
    • Meat and poultry
    • Patisserie

    You will also learn practical and theoretical classes.

NQ ACCELERATED PROFESSIONAL COOKERY YEAR 1

Why choose this course?

This course will allow you to improve your employment or promotion prospects.

Entry requirements

  • Previous industry experience in the professional kitchen is essential

If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course.

  • Where it leads

    Education:

    •  Professional Cookery Level 6

    Employment:

    • Enhanced employment opportunities

Interview arrangements

There is an interview required for this course.

The length of the interview depends on your previous experience and qualifications.

 

Fees, Finance and Funding

 

Click here to find out more about funding for this course

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