Program Overview
Each course within the program will have a curriculum related to occupational safety and health, and the program’s theory and practical components will emphasize knowledge and practices for a safe workplace.
Students may exit the program with a Commercial Cooking Aide certificate upon completing all program courses except UC.ART.0670 and UC.MSC.1300. Students exiting the program with a Commercial Cooking Aide certificate will not be eligible for the first level in class academic training of the associated apprenticeship program.
Why Study Culinary Arts at UCN?
- Culinary Arts is one of the fastest growing trades in the Canadian food service industry. Graduates of college culinary arts programs are always in demand.
- Any individual who successfully completes this program with a passing grade of 70% or higher in all courses and registers as an apprentice within two years of completing this program will be eligible for level 1 in-class academic training of the associated apprenticeship program. Please consult Apprenticeship Manitoba for hours needed for the level 1 practical training.
Career Outcomes and Community
Graduates must obtain approval from their employer and Apprenticeship Manitoba Entrepreneurship, Training, and Trade and to be accepted into the apprenticeship program.
Program Schedule
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ABS.1001 | Waskawimakanwa Mecimwaci Isihtwawina | 1 |
| ART.0670 | Communications for Commercial Cooking | 1 |
| EXT.0120 | Foodsafe Level 1 | 0 |
| EXT.0158 | Standard First Aid with CPR (St. John Ambulance) | 0 |
| BTR.1912 | Core Occupational Health and Safety | 2 |
| MSC.1300 | Mathematics | 3 |
| VTR.1760 | Workplace Health and Safety | 1 |
| VTR.1780 | Planning and Organization for Work | 3 |
| VTR.1800 | Stocks, Soups, and Sauces | 3 |
| VTR.1820 | Meats, Poultry, and Fish | 3 |
| VTR.1840 | Bakery and Dessert Products | 3 |
| VTR.1860 | Vegetables and Fruits | 2 |
| VTR.1880 | Potatoes, Rice and Pasta | 2 |
| VTR.1900 | Cold Foods and Buffets | 3 |
| VTR.1910 | Eggs and Breakfast Cookery | 3 |
| VTR.1920 | Use of Convenience Products | 1 |
| VTR.1930 | Preparing Hot and Cold Beverages | 1 |
| VTR.1940 | Food Items for Chilling | 1 |
| VTR.1960 | Food Services Practicum | 1 |
Admissions
Requirements
- English 20F, and
- Pre-Calculus Mathematics 20S, Applied Mathematics 20S or Essential Mathematics 20S (preferred)
- Or equivalencies of above,
- Or mature student, see 2.01 of Academic Calendar.
Estimated Cost
$ 6007.12
View Cost Sheet for breakdown of estimated costs.
Application Fee
- Domestic Student Application Fee: $52
- International Student Application Fee: $164
Important Dates and Deadlines
Program Start Date
September 10, 2026
Program End Date
June 11, 2027
