Higher Certificate in Food Services (Culinary Arts) - Part Time

WSQ Higher Certificate in Food Services (Culinary Arts)

Higher Certificate in Food Services (Culinary Arts) - Part Time

WSQ Higher Certificate in Food Services (Culinary Arts)

Higher Certificate in Food Services (Culinary Arts) - Part Time

WSQ Higher Certificate in Food Services (Culinary Arts)

For course enquiries, please contact Jamie at 64173615 or jamie_teo@aci.edu.sg.

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TGS-2025055203 (WSQ) 

Participants will be able to carry out the preparation of various Asian condiments, herbs and spices, stocks, soups and sauces. Participants will also be able to demonstrate Asian preparation and cooking techniques and understand the unique characteristics of various Asian cuisines.

1. Maintain Safe & Secure Work Environment – This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge pertaining to legislative requirements, implement workplace safety and health practices as well as maintain a safe and secure working environment at their workplace.

2. Fabrication of Fish and Seafood – This course aims to impart skills and abilities to learners in preparation of fish and seafood for cooking. Learners will be able to fabricate fish and seafood as well as determining the different parts for respective usage and purposes.

3. Prepare Basic Chinese Dry Heat Cooked Dishes – This course aims to impart knowledge on the characteristics of dry heat cooking methods. Learners will also gain hands-on practice in dry heat cooking methods and apply them in the preparation of Chinese dishes.

4. Prepare Western Dry Heat Cooked Dishes – This course aims to equip learners with the skill set to prepare Western dry-heat dishes with menu-based presentations. Learners will also attain knowledge on inspecting the quality of ingredients, mixing ingredients to achieve desired tastes and combining complementary flavours and cooking techniques in preparing different types of Western dry-heat dishes.

5. Prepare Indian Moist Heat Cooked Dishes – This course is designed to equip students with the essential skills needed to become proficient in creating common Indian moist-heat dishes. Learners will acquire knowledge about Indian ingredients, spices, and seasonings, and gain hands-on experience in using moist-heat cooking techniques to prepare dishes with incredible flavor. Furthermore, they will learn how to plate their creations, creating mouthwatering meals that are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate.

6. Prepare Japanese Cuisine – This course is designed to provide learners with the essential knowledge and skills to prepare and execute Japanese specialty cuisine dishes. The course will cover factors that influence the culture of the dishes and the key characteristics of the dishes. Learners will have hands-on practice to prepare the various dishes while mastering techniques for yield test, ingredient substitution, and plating presentation.

7. Conflict Management – This course develops learners to build consensus, maintain the best interests of the organisation and utilise knowledge of conflict management techniques to diffuse tensions and achieve resolutions effectively.

(The module runs are not based on above sequence. ACI reserves the rights to make amendment or changes to the sequence of the module runs).

No intakes available

Please check back later.

NOTE: 2025 COURSE FEES TO BE UPDATED AT A FUTURE DATE.

 

Payment accepted via 可通过以下方式付款支付学费:

- SkillsFuture Credits (SFC), for Singaporeans aged 25 and above 未来技能培训补助金 (新加坡公民25岁以上)

- eNETS (e-payment)

- Credit card (e-payment);

- Debit card (e-payment);

- PayNow (e-payment);

- Bank Transfer.

 

SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) Subsidy

  • Enjoy up to 70% SSG subsidy for all Singaporeans and PRs aged 21 and above

Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) Subsidy 

  • Eligible for Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above
  • Enjoy up to 90% SSG subsidy

SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)

  • For Self-Sponsored Individuals only 
  • All Singaporeans aged 25 and above will receive an opening credit of S$500 from January 2016. 
  • You may utilise your SkillsFuture Credit to offset the course fee payable after subsidy/funding.

YOUNGSTERS/STUDENTS STILL STUDYING IN MOE INSTITUTIONS ARE ENTITLED TO COURSE FEE SUBSIDIES FROM SSG ONLY IF THEY INTEND TO JOIN THE F&B INDUSTRY.

精深技能发展局(SSG)津贴

  • 所有21岁及以上的新加坡人和永久居民可享有高达70%的SSG津贴

中途转业者津贴(MCES)

  • 适用于40岁或以上的新加坡人
  • 享有高达90% SSG津贴

未来技能培训补助 (SFC)

  • 仅限自行资助的个人
  • 所有年龄在25岁及以上的新加坡人将从2016年1月起获得500新元的开户积分。
  • 您可利用未来技能培训补助,抵消扣除津贴/资助后的课程费用。

Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) 

  • NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year (or up to $500 for NTUC members aged 40 years old and above) when you sign up for courses supported under UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme). This excludes miscellaneous fees such as SkillsFuture Credit, other subsidies and registration fees, etc. Please visit e2i’s website to find out more.

Target Audiences:

  • School leavers and new entrants into the F&B industry 
  • For working professionals in the Food & Beverage industry who wish to upgrade their skills and knowledge to obtain an industry recognised certification 
  • Individuals who wish to change their career and enter the Food & Beverage industry

 

Entry Requirements:

  • ACI does not accept trainees under 16 years of age. 
  • Completed: WSQ - Certificate in Food Services (Culinary Arts) 
  • Education : Minimum Lower Secondary education and above, WPLN level 4 or equivalent 
  • Language : Basic Proficiency in Written and Spoken English
  • All applicants are required to attend a preview session before being accepted into the course. This will be done prior to course commencement date.
  • Admission is subject to submission of the required supporting documents and the minimum headcount to start a class.
  • Trainees are required to purchase a starter kit which includes the uniform, safety boots and tools set.
  • There will be theory and practical assessments for all WSQ courses.
  • Trainees are required to clean up kitchen after class.
Training Duration
TypeDayTimeDuration

Part-time

Saturday/Sunday

9AM to 6PM

Approx. 5 months

All our courses are full days and requires standing in the kitchen the entire time. 

Please note that our kitchens are designed to accommodate 24 Trainees with 3 Trainees sharing one work-station. 

ACI reserves the right to amend, revise or withdraw the items featured due to products availability. Photo for illustration purpose only. 

Please take note of the following on the eligibility of the funding: 

  • A minimum of 75% attendance is required to ensure you stay engaged and gain the full benefits of the course; and 
  • Attempt all assessment(s) and be certified competent 

Failing which the trainee will be liable to forfeit the grant and bear the full course fees.  

REFUND POLICY FOR WITHDRAWAL

Period of Withdrawal^

Refund Policy

Withdrawal 14 days or more before course starts.

100% refund of paid fees

Withdraw from course less than 14 days before course starts.

50% refund of paid fees

Withdrawal on or after course starts.

No refund of paid fees

^The date of withdrawal will be based on the date the request for withdrawal is lodged by the trainee.

By accepting our offer within the stipulated deadline, you confirm your intention to enrol in the course. Please be aware that upon acceptance of offer, you are liable to pay the course fee as detailed in the invoice.  

SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) requires electronic attendance marking using your mobile phone's camera or QR scanning app. Please ensure your phone has a functioning camera, Wi-Fi/ data plan, and the Singpass app installed and accessible with your account. If you cannot mark your e-attendance, you will not be permitted to attend the lesson and will be responsible for paying the course fee yourself, as your initial SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) or Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) claim will be refunded to your account.

ACI offer career advisory and employment assistance to help trainees in their job search within relevant F&B industry or job roles.  However, there is no guarantee of a job placement, and trainees need to be open to the available job opportunities.   If you’re considering a career transition, SCTP could be a valuable resource for enhancing your skills and exploring new employment prospects! 

Submission of Leave of Absence (LOA)

If a trainee is absent from class due to valid reasons and is supported by appropriate documentary proof, the trainee may submit a request for a make-up or replacement class. Supporting documents must be submitted within two (2) calendar days from the date of the missed class via email to traineesupport@aci.edu.sg.

Where a trainee is unable to submit the required documentary proof within the stipulated timeframe due to extenuating circumstances, an appeal may be submitted for ACI’s review on a case-by-case basis. Approval of such appeals is subject to the sole discretion of ACI.

Make-up Classes

Make-up classes will be scheduled by the Asian Culinary Institute and will be held on weekdays only. Trainees are required to complete the make-up class within 60 days from the date of the missed class.

Replacement Classes

With an approved Leave of Absence (LOA), the trainee may enroll in the next available intake of the same course with an equivalent duration and fee. Where there is a difference in course fees that requires a top-up, the trainee shall be responsible for paying the additional amount.

Forfeiture of Course Fee

If documentary proof supporting absence with valid reasons is not submitted within the stipulated timeframe, any initial claim made using SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) or the Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) will be refunded. The trainee will thereafter be required to settle the full course fee via alternative payment modes.

Absent without Valid Reason

If a trainee is absent without a valid reason, the initial claim made using SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) or the Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) will be refunded. However, the trainee will be required to settle the full course fee via alternative payment modes.

Asian Culinary Institute (ACI) also reserves the right to reject invalid leave requests such as absence to attend personal matters.

 

提交缺席假  

如果受训者因正当理由不上课,并有适当的证明文件,受训者可要求补课。有关证明文件必须在缺课日期后两( 2 )个历日内,通过电邮提交至traineesupport@aci.edu.sg.    

如果受训者因情有可原的原因而无法在规定的时间内提交所需的证明文件,可根据个案情况提出上诉,要求ACI审查。这类上诉的批准完全由ACI斟酌决定。  

补课班

亚洲烹饪学院 (Asian Culinary Institute )将安排补课课,并只在周日举行。学员须在缺课后60天内完成补课。  

替代班级

在获得批准的缺席假(LOA)后,学员可以同等的时间和费用报名参加下一期的相同课程。如果课程费用有差异,需要补课,受训者应负责支付额外的费用。  

课程费用的没收

如果受训者没有在规定期限内提交证明文件,证明员工缺勤的正当理由,任何使用未来技能培训补助(SkillsFuture Credit)或中学后延续教育户头(PSEA)提出的初步索偿要求将获得退款。受训者须以其他付款方式缴付全部课程费用。   

无正当理由缺席  

如果受训者没有正当理由而缺席,则使用未来技能培训补助(SkillsFuture Credit)或中学后延续教育户头 (PSEA) 所提出的初步索偿将获得退款。受训者须以其他付款方式缴付全部课程费用。  

亚洲烹饪学院 (Asian Culinary Institute )也保留拒绝无效休假申请的权利,如缺席处理个人事务。