The Culinary Institute of Vancouver Island (CIVI) at VIU provides students with the options of a certificate (one year) and a diploma (two year) in culinary training and management skills, giving them the leading edge to advancement in the culinary profession. Upon entering the program, culinary students are also registered as Professional Cook 1 apprentices, gaining technical training while accruing apprentice hours. As a part of both Certificate and Diploma programs, students participate in a paid co-op work placement, gaining industry work experience and additional apprentice hours. The Culinary Diploma program, the optional second year at CIVI, provides students with advanced culinary and pastry training as well as the management skills needed to obtain higher positions within the industry. The 2nd year diploma program is only offered at the Nanaimo campus.
For more information, please visit viu.ca/culinary
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