Explore the Essentials of Professional Cooking
The Fundamentals of Professional Cooking Workforce Training Certificate is available for students who are looking to explore the essentials of professional cooking. Throughout the program, students learn key cooking methods, preparation skills, nutrition concepts, sanitation procedures, food cost control and management techniques as well as successful strategies for interviewing for your dream job. This affordable workforce training certificate provides an economical pathway to gaining the education you need to begin your culinary career.
Program Title: Fundamentals of Professional Cooking Certificate
Enrollment: Ongoing
Location: Online at Chefcertification.com
Continuing Education Hours: 94
Number of Courses: 14
Instructional Videos: 66
What Our Students Say
"The courses were educational, yet also practical in nature. The courses had a well-organized flow that allowed me to build on the materials presented and expand on the ideas. Overall, I would recommend this to any beginning or aspiring culinary student as a good alternative to a traditional in-house culinary school." -- P.A. from Texas
"This is something that I stress to my students all the time! But, just when you think you know it all then you yourself learn something new. If this was a required course (Menus, Recipes and Cost Management) for anyone who wants to open a restaurant to take them maybe there wouldn't be so many restaurants closing their doors. I have learned a lot with this one." -- L.G. from Arkansas
"This course (Nutrition), I have to say, was the most informative and detail intensive I have undertaken so far. The subject matter was highly informative and enlightening and exposed me to the many faceted subject of nutrition. Outstanding content." -- R.M. from Florida
Course Requirements
Students who choose to pursue the Fundamentals of Professional Cooking Certificate are required to complete all 14 courses listed below. After completion of each course, students will receive a confirmation (certificate) of completion for that individual course. Once ALL courses are completed, your final grades will be reviewed, and your Fundamentals of Professional Cooking Certificate will be uploaded to your account.
To register for your courses, visit the course catalog and click on "Workforce Training Certificate" for a complete listing of required courses. Please refer to the course outlines for a detailed listing of the topic areas covered within each course as well as a listing of instructional videos included within each course.
- Introduction to the Foodservice Industry Course
- Food Safety and Sanitation Course
- Implementing HACCP Course
- Nutrition Course
- The Gluten-Free Alternative Course
- Basic Principles of Cooking and Food Science Course
- Introduction to Food Preparation - Mise en Place Course
- Menus, Recipes and Cost Management Course
- Foundations of Stocks, Sauces and Soups Course
- Preparing and Cooking Vegetables Course
- Cooking Legumes, Grains and Pasta Course
- Cooking Methods for Meat, Poultry and Fish Course
- Essentials of Food Presentation Course
- Creating Your Culinary Career Course
Course content provided by Wiley Publishing, the world leader in culinary education products.
Video Samples
The following are a few sample clips from instructional videos included within the required courses:
Additional Credential Opportunities
Students who complete the program are eligible for additional credentialing opportunities including Food Safety/Protection Manager and the Culinary Essentials Certificate through the American Culinary Federation.
Culinary Essentials Certificate (ACFEF) - Upon completion of ALL courses included in the Fundamentals of Professional Cooking Workforce Training Certificate program, you have the option to pursue the Culinary Essentials Certificate credential offered through the American Culinary Federation.
For more information and the additional cost for this credential, you may visit the ACF Specialized Certificate page, located in the Education section of the American Culinary Federation Website at www.acfchefs.org
Food Safety/Protection Manager Certification - Completion of the required Food Safety and Sanitation course that is part of the Workforce Training Certificate course requirements also provides you with the opportunity to pursue the Food Safety/Protection Manager Certification. The cost for this additional credential can be found at the Website of the specific credentialing agency you are looking to pursue. For additional information, please visit our Food Safety Manager Certification page.
