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    Professional cooking

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    DESCRIPTION

    The Professional Cooking program is designed for creative, independent students with a strong interest in cooking and gastronomy. It’s an excellent way to acquire the skills necessary for a stimulating career. Chefs are valuable, highly sought-after resources for the kitchens of large restaurants, hotels, cruise ships, financial institutions, care centers, and many more!

    Duration : 1 470 Hours

    IMPORTANT: This training program is eligible for the PGWP according to the current IRCC list.
    NOTE: This list may change with the scheduled update in 2026.

    academic
    prerequisites


    * The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

    JOB
    PROSPECTS

  • Chefs

  • Cooks

    • Visit Emploi-Québec to learn more about these opportunities.

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    Centre de formation professionnelle de l'Estuaire
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    DURATION : 15 Months
    CLASSES START : January 12 2026
    COSTS : 17 669,00 $*
    LANGUAGE : French (C(1))
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    DURATION : 15 Months
    CLASSES START : March 16 2026
    COSTS : 17 669,00 $*
    LANGUAGE : French (C(1))
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    DURATION : 15 Months
    CLASSES START : August 26 2026
    COSTS : 17 669,00 $*
    LANGUAGE : French (C(1))
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    Centre de formation professionnelle Paul-Rousseau

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    DURATION : 11 Months
    CLASSES START : August 10 2026
    COSTS : 20 888,00 $*
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    Centre de formation professionnelle de La Côte-de-Gaspé

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    Gaspé, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine
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    DURATION : 14 Months
    CLASSES START : August 24 2026
    COSTS : 24 862,00 $*
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    * Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued
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    Centre de formation professionnelle Innovation Outaouais

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    DURATION : 12 Months
    CLASSES START : August 28 2026
    COSTS : 21 780,00 $*
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    Centre de formation professionnelle Lac-Abitibi

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    DURATION : 14 Months
    CLASSES START : January 12 2026
    COSTS : 17 000,00 $*
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    DURATION : 15 Months
    CLASSES START : August 26 2026
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    DURATION : 15 Months
    CLASSES START : January 19 2027
    COSTS : 17 500,00 $*
    LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
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    Centre PACC-Formation professionnelle

    Centre PACC-Formation professionnelle
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    DURATION : 14 Months
    CLASSES START : January 12 2026
    COSTS : 20 450,00 $*
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    DURATION : 14 Months
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    Centre de formation professionnelle Calixa-Lavallée

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    DURATION : 13 Months
    CLASSES START : January 06 2026
    COSTS : 16 919,20 $*
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    DURATION : 13 Months
    CLASSES START : April 07 2026
    COSTS : 16 919,20 $*
    LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
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    École hôtelière de la Capitale

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    DURATION : 12 Months
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    DURATION : 12 Months
    CLASSES START : August 17 2027
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    Centre de formation professionnelle Pavillon-de-l'Avenir

    Centre de formation professionnelle Pavillon-de-l'Avenir
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    DURATION : 16 Months
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    COSTS : 20 050,00 $*
    LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
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    * Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued
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    Centre de formation professionnelle Jonquière

    Centre de formation professionnelle Jonquière
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    DURATION : 13 Months
    CLASSES START : August 24 2026
    COSTS : 22 628,70 $*
    LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
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    École professionnelle des Métiers

    École professionnelle des Métiers
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    DURATION : 14 Months
    CLASSES START : August 27 2026
    COSTS : 22 509,50 $*
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    Centre de formation professionnelle Bel-Avenir

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    CLASSES START : August 06 2026
    COSTS : 20 426,00 $*
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    Legend Welcoming services

    Integrating into the community

    — Practical tour of the city and help with initial purchases
    — Contact with local aid organizations

    Reception on arrival

    — Reception at airport, bus terminal or train station

    Integrating into the school system

    — School tour and twinning with another student
    — Monthly follow-up with the student

    Integrating the family

    — Referral to employment agencies for your spouse
    — Help with child daycare or school registration
    — Information on family social activities

    General information and administrative follow-up

    — Direct contact with a resource person
    — Registration, information and provision of mandatory health insurance card
    — Explanation of the Centre’s teaching techniques and operations

    Accommodation

    — Reserving temporary accommodation prior to arrival
    — Help with finding permanent accommodation

    Note: Services may vary slightly from one training centre to another.

    TRAINING OBJECTIVES

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    Specialization(s) offered following the training

    TRAINING CONTENT

    Competency statement
    HOURS
    Determine their suitability for the trade and the training process
    30
    Adopt preventive measures in matters of hygiene and food safety
    30
    Adopt preventive measures in matters of health and safety
    30
    Evaluate the sensory properties of foods
    45
    Associate cooking techniques with foods
    30
    Perform tasks associated with kitchen organization
    30
    Prepare fruits and vegetables
    60
    Make basic preparations
    90
    Establish professional relationships
    30
    Prepare soups 
    45
    Make basic doughs, pastries and batters
    60
    Prepare meat, poultry and game 
    105
    Prepare fish and seafood 
    90
    Prepare hors-oeuvres and appetizers 
    60
    Prepare desserts 
    105
    Create balanced menus
    60
    Prepare and serve breakfasts
    60
    Produce culinary presentations
    45
    Prepare and serve daily menus 
    60
    Prepare and serve high-volume menus
    45
    Ensure production for banquets and food service operations
    75
    Prepare and serve buffets
    45
    Prepare and serve full course menus and à la carte menus
    135
    Integrate into the work place 
    105

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