Culinary Arts And Food Service Management

Academic Requirements

Program-specific

• English 10, or equivalent, or department approval
• Workplace Math 10, or equivalent

Upon acceptance:

The following must be provided to the Culinary Arts Department before the end of CULI 1501 Kitchen Orientation (the first course of the program):

• Valid Food Safe Level 1 Certificate (certification must remain valid throughout the program)
• Valid Serving It Right Certificate (certification must remain valid throughout the program)

Students who cannot produce the above certifications, will not proceed to CULI 1502.

• Applicants may be given credit for CULI 1504 and 2507 provided:
  • They have successfully completed a VCC Baking Program, or
  • They submit evidence of Baker Red Seal Certification
• Applicants may be given credit for CULI 1505 provided:
  • They submit a BC Meat Cutter Certificate of Qualification, or CCMIC (Canadian Certified Industrial Meat Cutter), or CCMP (Canadian Certified Meat Professional)

Students must have a valid co-op work permit by the end of CULI 2513 for practicum course placement.

Note: Based on industry and STBC standards, students are expected to physically handle: all seafood including but not limited to fish & shellfish, beef, lamb, pork, all types of poultry, all types of game, all dairy products, and all associated by-products required to meet the program outcomes. For safety reasons, any known food allergies must be disclosed. Please contact VCC Disability Services to arrange any necessary accommodations.

Students who require an accommodation for the STBC theory examination, must have an active file with VCC Disability Services. Accommodations for the STBC cooking practical exam are not available.

General

• Seats are offered to applicants who have met all Academic Requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
• International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
• Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.

Language Requirements

Acceptable English proficiency evidence includes:

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.