Thompson Rivers University (TRU)
Thompson Rivers University (TRU)

805 TRU Way, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

University Certificate - Culinary Arts - Professional Cook Levels 1 and 2

1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate

Program Summary

Students will earn a Thompson Rivers University’s Culinary Arts Certificate in this three-semester program covering Professional Cook certifications from the Industry Training Authority. Hands-on training includes Professional Cook 1, Professional Cook 2 and work experience. Students will get the skills and expertise they need to find a job in the food preparation industry.

This program has been an integral part of the campus and community for more than four decades. Foundation skills, creativity, teamwork and professionalism are nurtured and encouraged by the instructors. Be a cook in "real life" working kitchens and learn all aspects of the food preparation industry, from production to service. The restaurants in the Culinary Arts Training Centre showcase students’ efforts.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 10

Minimum GPA

50%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

55

Writing

55

Listening

55

Speaking

55

Literacy

115

Conversation

115

Comprehension

115

Production

115

Program Intakes

Open date

November 1, 2024

Submission deadline

May 1, 2025

Open date

October 1, 2024

Submission deadline

July 1, 2025

Open date

April 1, 2025

Submission deadline

October 1, 2025

Cost and Duration

1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate

Program Level

2 year university certificate including a work placement

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$100 CAD

Application fee

$19982 CAD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

General Fees: $1,106 per year
Medical Insurance: $600 per year
TRUSU Extended Health & Dental Plan Fees: $248 per year