Your first step to Becoming a Professional Chef. Internationally accredited & recognised, with guaranteed work placement.
Your first step to Becoming a Professional Chef! This application-focused, industry-centered, and outcome-driven Technical Vocational Educational Training (TVET) program in culinary arts is accredited by the internationally renowned City & Guilds, London, along with the recognition of quality culinary education from the Worldchefs.
Delivered in state-of-the-art world-class training kitchen facility, this professional diploma program simulates the real-world industry environment and provides a thorough understanding of the ought-to-know knowledge, covers basic to advanced culinary techniques of the classical continental cuisine.
You learn to cook a variety of soups, salads, appetizers, entrées; main courses in poultry, meat, seafood along with an introduction to baked goods and desserts.
The intensive hands-on training program equips you with the knowledge, and skills necessary to gain employment in the food industry as Commis or Assistant Chefs and offers holistic exposure for aspiring entrepreneurs to set up food businesses of international standards.
This program is your opportunity to kickstart a culinary career as a Certified Professional Chef with assured internships and work placements in the UAE's top hospitality brands or become a successful food entrepreneur.
Watch: The ICCA Way
Choose a single specialization, or combine programs into one of ICCA's value-packed Packages further down the page.
The flagship cookery program for Indian students aiming for Commis & Chef de Partie roles in luxury hotels, fine dining, cruise lines, and global hospitality groups.
View Cookery ProgramFor Indian students drawn to the art of pastry, chocolate, viennoiserie, plated desserts, and artisan baking - leading to a career as a Certified Professional Pastry Chef.
View Patisserie ProgramAdvanced Diploma in Elevated Gastronomy and Kitchen Management - for experienced chefs ready to step into Sous Chef, Head Chef and F&B supervisory roles.
View Level 3 ProgramCombine our Professional Diploma programs into a single career-defining journey - and unlock the full ICCA toolkit at the best value.
The complete dual-disciplined chef foundation - master both the hot kitchen and the pastry section. Opens doors to a far wider range of hotel, restaurant and entrepreneurial roles than any single diploma.
The full career arc - from foundational cookery and patisserie skills to supervisory leadership and kitchen management. Built for aspiring restaurateurs, head chefs, and F&B entrepreneurs.
Packages are sequenced - Level 2 must be completed before Level 3 begins. Indian student EMI and education loan options apply to packages.
ICCA Dubai's IWEP (Industry Internship / Work Experience Placement) Program is an industry integration initiative specially designed for students who wish to become Professional Chefs.
The IWEP Program is separate from and in addition to the intensive on-campus guided learning and training. The IWEP arrangements are in the form of either regular employment to begin with, or an industry internship generally of 6 to 12 months' duration, successful completion of which leads the student chef to a regular work placement.
The ICCA Professional Diploma Program doesn't just teach - it transforms. The ICCA Way of training inculcates the 5 Ps for success, ensuring that you are international industry-ready with the information, knowledge, skills, exposure, experience, discipline, and the attitude to seamlessly integrate, effectively deliver and excel.
IVQ Level 2 - Diploma in Food Preparation and Culinary Arts (8064-01)
By completing the Professional Diploma Program, you receive an International Vocational Qualification (IVQ) from City & Guilds, UK - one of the world's most recognised vocational awarding bodies.
Global Culinary Certification - Professional Cook (Commis Chef) Level
The first and only global chef certification, designed by Worldchefs and quality-assured by City & Guilds, UK. An international benchmark to credibly verify achievements using digital credentials.
Duration: 3 months
Classes run 4 days a week on a full-time basis. Students start their day at 07:00 AM and end at 05:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. Friday and Saturday are reserved for IWEP / industry exposure. Sunday is the weekly day off.
Intakes: Every 6 weeks. Speak with India admissions for the next intake date.
Duration: Approx. 12 months
The weekend program is held on Sundays and runs in a continuous cycle, with admissions open throughout the year - ideal for working professionals or those balancing other commitments.
Intakes: Rolling - apply any time.
All equipment, ingredients and protective gear are provided, along with Standard Recipe Cards for all classes.
All-inclusive fee structure. Indian student EMI & education loan options available.
| S No. | Item Lines | AED | USD | INR (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course Fees | 42,648 | 11,847 | 9,59,580 |
| 2 | City & Guilds Registration & Examination Fees | 1,500 | 417 | 33,750 |
| 3 | Online Resource Fees | 1,500 | 417 | 33,750 |
| 4 | Practical Cookery Textbook | 600 | 167 | 13,500 |
| 5 | Uniform - Regular | 840 | 234 | 18,900 |
| 6 | KHDA Attestation | 360 | 100 | 8,100 |
| 7 | IWEP (Industry Work Experience Placement) | 2,880 | 800 | 64,800 |
| Sub Total | 50,328 | 13,982 | 11,32,380 | |
| VAT (5%) | 2,516.40 | 699.10 | 56,619 | |
| TOTAL | 52,844.40 | 14,681.10 | ~11,89,000 |
INR figures are indicative based on prevailing exchange rates and may vary at the time of payment. Education loans available via HDFC Credila, Avanse, Axis, ICICI and Auxilo. Speak to your India counsellor for current loan partners and EMI plans.
An Indian student's journey through the Professional Diploma.
Why an Indian student chose ICCA over hotel management.
An Indian student on the ICCA Way and the 5 Ps.
The all-inclusive Professional Diploma total is AED 52,844.40 (~USD 14,681 or ~INR 11,89,000). This includes course fees, City & Guilds registration & exam, online resources, textbook, uniform, KHDA attestation, IWEP, and VAT. EMI options and Indian student education loans are available.
IELTS is not mandatory. Basic English proficiency is enough. The admissions team will assess your communication during the interview.
Yes. The City & Guilds (UK) IVQ Level 2 Diploma plus the Worldchefs certification are recognized by Indian hospitality employers including the Taj group, Oberoi, ITC, Marriott, Hyatt and leading restaurants - and globally portable.
Absolutely. ICCA institutionally sponsors the UAE student visa - and our India admissions team supports the application end-to-end. Visit our Visa page for the full process.
Yes. The IWEP Program is part of the Professional Diploma. ICCA has a 100% Internship / Work Placement record, and 86% of UAE hospitality brands have hired ICCA chefs.
Full-time intakes happen every 6 weeks. Weekend (part-time) admissions are open year-round on a rolling basis. Speak to your India counsellor for the next available date.