This course will provide you with an opportunity to progress from Level 1 focusing on the preparation and cooking of a range of different food groups.
The programme will help you to build a skills platform that will allow you to progress to Level 3.
During your time with us, you will build an E-portfolio of evidence to prove your competence in each of the following units:
- Maintain, handle and clean knives
- Teamwork
- Health, safety & security
- Food safety
- Preparation and cooking of sauces
- Preparation and cooking fish dishes
- Preparation and cooking meat and poultry dishes
- Preparation and cooking potatoes and vegetables
- Preparation and cooking of basic pastry
- Preparation and cooking of soup
This is a Study Programme for students who are 16-18 years of age.
To study a Level 2 qualification, you will need:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3, including English and Maths (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths)
OR
A relevant Level 1 qualification with GCSE English and Maths at grade 3 or above (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths)
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
To learn effectively on your course you will need to use certain items of equipment and undertake particular activities as part of your studies.
To further enhance your learning experience the following will be required:
- Uniform
If you need support with these costs, don't worry, click on the link below and complete a bursary application form. https://www.wmc.ac.uk/student-support/financial-support/bursaries-loans
Equipment purchased will be yours to keep and you will be able to use them for practice at home and in your future career.
It is important that you have the following:
Information Technology - Basic level useful.
As part of your study programme you will be provided with an opportunity to undertake internal and external work experience. Enrichment activities will include trips,visits and employment opportunities at events.
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Starting 8th September 2025 - Ending - 19th June 2026
REF HC202-25
If you are aged 16-18:
Free
This study programme is free for students, who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, and students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
Fee : £3345.00
The fee quoted is for the academic year 25/26.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form