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CAD 16487

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 125 Waived

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Centennial College's Culinary Skills program is well-rounded and will take just one year to complete. This college certificate program will emphasize a culinary skills foundation while sourcing local Ontario food products and teaching the art of seasonal cooking.

From industry-leading chef faculty members, you'll learn to prepare exquisite menus and dishes inspired by global food trends and flavours. These dedicated instructors will provide you with the  hands-on training and learning experiences that will ensure you master culinary fundamentals, ingredients, food preparation and all of the other skills required to enter this exciting industry. This training will take place in culinary labs, including Centennial College's cafe, restaurant and event centre. You'll also come to understand that a career in the culinary field is fueled by passion and rewarded through skill development.

Program Highlights

  • This Culinary Skills program offers you exclusive experiential learning opportunities in new state-of-the-art kitchens, bake labs, restaurant, a cafe and event centre.
  • You learn from instructors who have years of industry experience.
  • The hands-on practice in a range of settings ensures you are prepared for multiple facets of the industry.
  • Graduates of the Culinary Skills program can transition directly into the Culinary Management diploma program.
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026, Sep 2025

Closed

May 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 80.0  Minimum Listening - 20.0  Minimum Reading - 20.0  Minimum Writing - 20.0  Minimum Speaking - 20.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 51
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent

6 IELTS Score
80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
51 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

16487

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 125 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

12000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Entrance Scholarships for International Students

Centennial College is pleased to offer a special Entrance Scholarship to all international students applying for the Winter 2026 semester. 

  • $2,000 for a 1-year program (awarded in Year 1)
  • $3,000 for a 2-year program ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Year 2)
  • $4,000 for a 3-year program ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Years 2 and 3)
  • $5,000 for a 4-year program ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Years 2, 3, and 4)


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Don’t wait – the scholarship is only being offered until August 31, 2025. Apply today!



International Mobility Scholarship

Centennial College is committed to supporting international students as they navigate their unique educational paths to Canada. If you’re an International student considering our wide-ranging programs in September 2026 programs, we invite you to apply for the NEW Centennial College International Mobility Scholarship.


Centennial College is excited to offer new International students the opportunity to apply for one of 85 scholarships per year, with each scholarship valued at $4,000 (distributed in two instalments). Recipients will receive $2,000 during their first year at Centennial and another $2,000 during the second year of their program.


Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
In order to be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

  • be a non-resident, non-citizen of Canada
  • be fully accepted into the first year of a Centennial College program with a minimum duration of two years
  • have an admission average above 70% (OSSD equivalent)
  • complete the International Scholarship Application by May 1, 2026

Please note: a minimum number of awards per year will be awarded to successful female applicants pursuing STEM related programs at Centennial College.


Apply Today! Begin Your Education Journey in Canada at Centennial College
Eligible students (International applicants who have accepted their full offer for September 2026) will have the scholarship application sent to the email address on file (after September 2025).

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