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Objectives of the certificate :

In the intermediate level, students will discover French and European regional cuisines, through which they will apply the techniques introduced in the basic level:

  • French and European regional cuisines
  • Making full use of assimilated techniques
  • Origin, quality and sustainability of seasonal products and products from diverse terroirs
  • Organisation, hygiene and safety in cuisine
  • Advanced cutting and professional techniques
  • Introduction to colour, taste and texture combinations
  • Contemporary cooking techniques
  • Awakening the senses to different flavours and mastering seasoning
  • Reproducing an identical dish
  • Learning to analyse food and wine pairing with a sommelier
  • Culinary theory classes: vegetables, sea food and Italian ingredients
  • Beekeeping workshop
  • Seafood conference, taught by an industry professional
In addition to the face-to-face and practical courses, 8 videos per Certificate are made available to the student throughout the term, i.e. 20 hours of digital teaching, integrated and available on the teaching resources software. The student will also benefit from theoretical course materials and additional technical expertise videos.


Who is this certificate for?

Registration is open to all candidates who have obtained a basic cooking certificate from a Le Cordon Bleu institute or who hold a CAP in France.


4 entries per year: January, April, July, October.

Languages: Training is given in French with consecutive translation into English during demonstrations and theory classes.

 

Intermediate Cuisine Certificate details

  • Intermediate Cuisine Certificate programme details

    In-depth study of French classic and French regional cuisines:

    • Product origins and influences on regional cuisine
    • Perfecting professional kitchen skills
    • More advanced technical cuts and presentation
    • Taste analysis the use of seasonings & flavorings
    • Introduction to color, taste and texture combinations

    Demonstrations are translated into English.
    Intensive programmes have the same curriculum as the full length programmes. Since these programmes are accelerated, students can only take one discipline at a time: cuisine or pâtisserie.
    Scheduling is up to 6 days a week and 6-9 hours of courses daily.

    In addition to onsite and practical courses, 8 videos per certificate are made available throughout the term for the student, i.e. 20 hours of digital pedagogy, integrated and available on the educational interface. The student will also benefit from theoretical course materials and videos of additional technical expertises.

    Note: In the case of a full session, a waiting list is automatically opened. Please contact the admissions department: parisadmissions(@)cordonbleu.edu

  • Entry requirements
    • Basic Cuisine Certificate
    • Candidates must be at least 18 years of age
    • and must have obtained the French Baccalaureate or equivalent diploma.
  • Dates and Apply

    Term Dates & Prices

    Select a date
    2024
    May 13, 2024 - Jun 21, 2024 ( Intensive )
    12,900.00€
    Jul 1, 2024 - Sep 20, 2024 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    Sep 30, 2024 - Dec 20, 2024 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    Nov 12, 2024 - Dec 20, 2024 ( Intensive )
    12,900.00€
    2025
    Jan 6, 2025 - Mar 21, 2025 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    Feb 17, 2025 - Mar 21, 2025 ( Intensive )
    12,900.00€
    Mar 31, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    May 12, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025 ( Intensive )
    12,900.00€
    Jun 30, 2025 - Sep 19, 2025 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    Aug 11, 2025 - Sep 19, 2025 ( Intensive )
    12,900.00€
    Sep 29, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    Nov 10, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025 ( Intensive )
    12,900.00€
    2026
    Jan 5, 2026 - Mar 27, 2026 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    Apr 6, 2026 - Jun 26, 2026 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    Jul 6, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
    Oct 5, 2026 - Dec 18, 2026 ( Standard )
    12,900.00€
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