Red Deer Polytechnic

Culinary Arts

Red Deer Polytechnic

Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
Culinary Science/Culinology
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $18,468

These costs are an estimate of tuition based on the recommended course load per year, additional fees apply.



Enrolment #:12
Careers:Restaurant and Food Service ManagersChefsCooks

Description:

Culinary Arts is more than recipes - it’s rhythm, precision, and the creative energy of a professional kitchen.

Learn how to plate like a pro, balance flavours, and run a brigade with confidence. From knife skills to pastry finesse, you’ll train in real kitchens with real expectations.

Put classroom theory into practice in an industry-equipped kitchen, to prepare and customize culinary dishes, during a paid work placement.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*50
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Students applying to Culinary Arts must have

    • 50% in ELA 10-1 OR 60% in ELA 10-2
    • 50% in MATH 10C OR MATH 10-3

    Equivalent courses are accepted to meet admission requirements. Academic Upgrading course equivalents are available at RDP.

    Additional Admission Requirements:

      Applicants whose first language is not English must provide English Language Proficiency proof as noted on the program page.

      * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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