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    Program facts

    Centennial College
    Toronto, Canada
    • Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
    • Duration
      1 year
    • Annual tuition fee
      18,704 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    • Language taught in
      English
    • Start date
      September, January, May

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    Program overview

    What Centennial College says about their program:
    "Centennial College's Culinary Skills program is well-rounded and will take just one year to complete. This college certificate program will emphasize a culinary skills foundation while sourcing local Ontario food products and teaching the art of seasonal cooking.


    From industry-leading chef faculty members, you'll learn to prepare exquisite menus and dishes inspired by global food trends and flavours. These dedicated instructors will provide you with the  hands-on training and learning experiences that will ensure you master culinary fundamentals, ingredients, food preparation and all of the other skills required to enter this exciting industry. This training will take place in culinary labs, including Centennial College's cafe, restaurant and event centre. You'll also come to understand that a career in the culinary field is fueled by passion and rewarded through skill development.


    Upon successful program completion, you'll obtain important industry certifications such as Smart Serve, Safe Food Handlers and CPR, which will increase your employability."

    Admissions requirements

    Centennial is committed to understanding everyone's academic skills in order to promote student success, and to providing equal access to post-secondary education for everyone.

    Undergraduate academic requirements

    If you're applying for an Ontario College Certificate, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma Program, you need:

    • An Ontario Secondary Diploma (OSSD) or an OSSD equivalency.
    • If you do not have an OSSD, but are 19 years of age or older, you may be eligible to apply as a mature applicant.

    If you're applying for a Bachelor's Degree Program, you need:

    • An Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or an OSSD Equivalency with a minimum of six 12 U, 12M, OAC credits.
    • If you do not have an OSSD, but are 21 years of age or older, you may be eligible to apply as a mature applicant.

    English proficiency

    Undergraduate

    • IELTS: 6.0
    • TOEFL: 80
    • PTE Academic: 51
    • Cambridge (CAE): 167-169
    • Duolingo: 109
    • CAEL: 60
    • Michigan English Test (MET): 56-57
    • iTEP: 3.7

    Postgraduate

    • IELTS: 6.5
    • TOEFL: 88
    • PTE Academic: 60
    • Cambridge (CAE): 180
    • Duolingo: 125
    • CAEL: 70, Writing 60
    • Michigan English Test (MET): 61
    • iTEP: 4.1

    English proficiency waivers

    • Successfully completing two or more consecutive full years at a recognized secondary or post-secondary education institution in a school where English is the primary language of instruction and communication.
    • Successfully completing a grade 12 college or university stream English course from a recognized Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) granting institution, or equivalent.

    Entry requirements

    • Any credits, courses and minimum grades to satisfy your program's specific requirements, as well as additional requirements like portfolios, auditions, writing samples, math tests, interviews, or attending on-campus admission sessions. For many programs, you can meet the English and mathematics academic requirements by taking a skills assessment.

    Documents required

    • Completed online application form
    • High school transcripts and diplomas are required.
    • Diploma or certificate
    • Translations
    • English Proficiency test
    • The last 4 digits of your passport number and city of birth. Please DO NOT send a copy of your passport
    • Standardized tests from your home country may be required – check with the International Admissions Assistant for your region for individual assistance.
    • Portfolio (if applicable to your program)
    • Letter of interest (if applicable to your program)
    • Resume (if applicable to your program)

    Fees and funding

    Fees noted are estimated and are based on the 2022-2023 schedule. Tuition guidelines are established by the Ontario government and are subject to revision. Below are sample full-time fee summaries.

    Fee information

    • Undergraduate tuition: from CAD$15,693 to CAD$31,260
    • Postgraduate tuition: from CAD$16,164 to CAD$18,328

    Funding

    Centennial College is offering two (2) scholarships to international students

    • One scholarship is awarded to an international student based on merit; the other to an international transfer student from China based on academic performance. Both scholarships are offered to eligible students who have successfully completed two consecutive semesters.

    Kwei Chun Chow-Wong Scholarship

    • Awarded to two international students from Hong Kong enrolled full-time in their second semester of any Ministry approved post-secondary program. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. The students with the highest financial need will receive this award.
    • Amount: $3,000

    Visa requirements for Centennial College

    Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

    Canada student visa requirements