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Professional Chef (Level 2 Traineeship )

FDQ
Hospitality & Catering

Course Overview

The FDQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Chef Qualification (Northern Ireland) is designed for learners who wish to work as a chef in the catering and hospitality industry. The Traineeship programme will allow participants to achieve a full Level 2 qualification and will comprise the following key elements:A main vocational based qualificationVocational skills developmentTransversal and digital skillsWork placementLiteracy and numeracy qualifications at Level 2 (may include GCSE qualifications in English and Mathematics)Additional qualifications necessary for work within hospitality e.g Food Safety, Allergen Awareness.You will train in modern kitchens and restaurant facilities. This is a dynamic programme which involves both food preparation and cookery elements, where you will prepare & cook a range of foods using a variety of cooking methods.
  • Start Date
    1 Sept 2026
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    2 Years
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: FDQ Level 2 Traineeship Professional Chef
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2026
    Fees:
    -

Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road

Course Modules

  • will be discussed at interview
  • will be discussed at interview
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

4 GCSEs Grades A-G to include Maths and English Grade E as a minimum.

ROI Requirements

4 OLCs Grades O1-O8 to include Maths and English Grade O6 as a minimum

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Attendance at Information Session

Work Placement

Students will complete a work placement - this will be discussed at interview.

Fee Information

  • Additional Fees
  • Uniform - £ 100 -150 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

What's Next?

Further Study

Progression to Level 3

Career Prospects

You can progress into employment or Apprenticeship training.

Enquiry

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