Culinary Arts Level 1
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Overview
Food isn't just what you eat. Food is self-expression and creativity. Culinary tastes evolve, cultural barriers dissipate, restaurant-goers become more discerning. Make your unique mark on the ever-interesting culinary industry by moving up through our professional cooking programs, from this Level 1 certificate to the full diploma.
About the Program
Poaching, roasting, braising, and frying: Do these words stimulate more than just make your mouth water? Do they get you wondering how Chefs prepare delicious meals or balance the workload of a busy kitchen? The Culinary Arts – Level 1 certificate program at LCI is ideal for anyone wishing to explore culinary arts before advancing to the full diploma in culinary arts.
- This program/course is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Click here for more information about PGWP and to see our eligible courses.
Opportunities
Cutting-edge facilities & equipment
Training covers a diverse range of topics, from kitchen operation and nutrition to knife skills and hygiene. Rigorous hands-on kitchen work aims to familiarize students with cooking techniques, preparation, ingredients, cooking theories, and presentation. Our Chef instructors combine classical principles and modern techniques and trends in the classroom and kitchen portions of the program. Over two quarters, students prepare, taste, serve, and evaluate a wide range of dishes to provide them with insight into the scope of the culinary world.
A Brand-New Kitchen Awaits You
Explore the culinary school facilities at our new campus
Get This Program Fully Funded!
Eligible candidates may apply for a fully funded Culinary Arts Level 1 Certificate grant through the B.C. Career Colleges Association for Fall 2026.
Upcoming Sessions
| Start date | Language | Schedule | Location | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jan 4, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jan 4, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 5, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 5, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 5, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 5, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 5, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 5, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Oct 4, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Oct 4, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Oct 4, 2027 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jan 3, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jan 3, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jan 3, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 3, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 3, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 3, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 1, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 1, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 1, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Oct 2, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Oct 2, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Oct 2, 2028 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jan 1, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jan 1, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jan 1, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 2, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 2, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Apr 2, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 2, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Daytime | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 2, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Evening | Vancouver | Apply now |
| Jul 2, 2029 | English | Full-Time - Weekend | Vancouver | Apply now |
Admissions Criteria
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Domestic applicants generally require:
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International applicants generally require:
List of Courses
QUARTER 1
- Foundations of Culinary Level 1 Techniques and Trade Calculations
- Sustainability and Dimensions of the Hospitality Industry
- Employee Health and Workplace Safety
QUARTER 2
- Foundations of Culinary Level 2 Regional Ingredients and Techniques of Fabrication
- Cultural and International Cuisine
- Nutrition
- Sustainable Purchasing and Controlling Costs
*Actual course order subject to change
Tuition & Aid
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