Are you passionate about Italian cuisine and gastronomy? By enrolling in the Cucina Italiana program, you will be able to obtain your DVS in Cuisine in less than a year while immersing yourself in the culinary traditions of Italy.
Admission
Mid-January to March 1
Course start date
August
Duration
11 months full-time (1 569 h)
Format
In-person
Schedule
Full-time
Language of instruction
French
Compulsory internships
Yes
Diploma
Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS)
Overview
This accelerated training course will allow you to learn all the basic techniques of professional cooking in addition to specializing in Italian cuisine. Thanks to passionate instructors and several practical applications, you will have everything you need to become a pro in Italian cooking.
Program key elements
- Intensive program leading to a DVS in Cuisine in less than a year
- A unique training course focussing on the classics of Italian gastronomy
- Discovery and promotion of Italian and local products
- Action learning in the ITHQ’s restaurants
- Italian language and culture courses
- Experienced and passionate instructors
Master the basics of the world’s most popular cuisine!
What you will learn
Simplicity, freshness, tradition
Studying in Cucina Italiana is not only about learning techniques. Every day, you will experience emotions. With each bite you take, you will fall more in love with this cuisine that comes from the heart.
Program structure and courses
Duration and schedule
- Program starting every year in the fall
- Spread over 11 months full-time (3 continuing sessions)
- Includes a total of 1 569 hours, including 1 459 hours of coursework and 105 hours of internship
- Daytime courses and practical applications in the evening
- Schedule, dates and course order are subject to change.
- The ITHQ reserves the right to cancel a course or program if there are insufficient registrations to justify its offering. In such cases, program and registration fees will be refunded in full.
Hands-on experience
Compulsory internship:
- Unpaid end-of-program internship of 105 hours in the Montréal area
Practical applications:
- Production of dishes for the ITHQ restaurants customers
- Participation in various gastronomic activities
Internships are compulsory to obtain the ITHQ Signature certificate.
Diploma
- Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) in Cuisine from the Ministère de l’Éducation
- ITHQ Signature certificate in Cucina Italiana
- Food Handler certification in hygiene and food safety from the Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation du Québec.
All students are required to follow certain basic rules regarding professional image.
Admission
Admission application periods
Québec and Canadian applicants
Mid-January to March 1 (course start date in August)
International applicants
November 2 to February 1 (course start date in August)
Admission requirements
To be eligible for this program, you must:
- Have a Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or equivalent education, OR
- Be at least 16 years of age and have successfully completed your Secondary 5 French (or English, if you studied in English), Second Language (English or French, as the case may be) and Mathematics courses, or equivalent education.
- Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written French: refer to the Required language proficiency page for more details.
Experience in the restaurant industry is an asset.
Selection interview
If your application file is eligible, you will be invited to a selection interview, which will take place either in person or remotely, depending on your place of residence.
In-person interview dates for Canadian applicants:
- Winter 2024 session: Friday, November 24 and Monday, November 27, 2023
- Fall 2024 session: Thursday, April 4; Friday, April 5 and Monday, April 8, 2024
Required documents
- Applicants must meet all of the requirements of their chosen program and provide all required documents. Incomplete or late admission application file will be considered ineligible.
- In order for your file to be considered complete, be sure to upload legible copies of all official documents required by your status in PDF format.
- Documents that are not in French or English must be accompanied by an official translation in French or English.
- Complete transcripts of post-secondary education, including obtained diplomas and certificates, if applicable
- Work certificates attesting to work experience relevant to the program, if applicable
- Birth certificate
- Grades 10, 11 and 12 transcripts
- Complete transcripts for any subsequent years of study, if applicable
- Diploma(s) obtained
- Proof of language proficiency in French (language test result or proof of exemption)
- Work certificates attesting to work experience relevant to the program, if applicable
- Birth certificate
- Canadian citizenship certificate OR permanent resident card
- Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ), if applicable
- Complete transcripts for the last 3 years of high school (equivalent to grade 9, 10 and 11)
- Complete transcripts for any subsequent years of study, if applicable
- Diploma(s) obtained
- Proof of language proficiency in French (language test result or proof of exemption)
- Work certificates attesting to work experience relevant to the program, if applicable
- Birth certificate
- Complete transcripts for the last 3 years of high school (equivalent to grade 9, 10 and 11)
- Complete transcripts for any subsequent years of study, if applicable
- Diploma(s) obtained
- Proof of language proficiency in French (language test result or proof of exemption)
- Work certificates attesting to work experience relevant to the program, if applicable
Costs and financial aid
Program fees
Use the program fee calculator to find out about the costs of this program.
Financial aid and scholarships
Looking for financial support for your study project? Find out about the different options available to you.
Future prospects
At the heart of a brigade
Working as a cook requires the mastery of culinary techniques as well as a developed sense of aesthetics and organization. This training will allow you to develop all the necessary skills to access the kitchens of the best restaurants, which are constantly looking for new talent.
Careers to discover
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