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NONAC11108
A hands-on, non-accredited cooking course that builds confidence through practical techniques and reliable recipes, guiding you from classic European foundations to vibrant Asian cuisines. Designed for beginner-to-intermediate home cooks, it offers a supportive, social learning experience with dishes you’ll be proud to recreate at home.
This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.
Take a guided tour of flavours from Europe through to Asia, building practical kitchen confidence while creating dishes you will be proud to serve at home. This non-accredited short course is designed for everyday food lovers and beginner-to-intermediate home cooks who want real techniques, reliable recipes, and an enjoyable, social learning experience.
Across a scaffolded series of sessions, you will learn essential cookery foundations and then apply them to signature dishes inspired by key regions - starting with classic European techniques and progressing through the aromatic, spice-led cuisines of Asia. The focus is on hands-on cooking, simple repeatable methods, and results that look as good as they taste.
You will cook in a supportive environment, guided step-by-step by an experienced chef educator, with an emphasis on confidence, timing, preparation and presentation. You leave with recipes and techniques you can use immediately for weeknight meals, entertaining, and special occasions.
Statement of Participation
Our teaching staff are at the top of their game and are still heavily involved in the industry. This means you're being taught by people who know what employers are looking for and where the sector is headed.
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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South Bank
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On Campus
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20 Apr 2026
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4 weeks
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Part time 1 night per week
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South BankOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
20 Apr 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 1 night per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Learn moreThis may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Learn moreYou must be 15 years or over, or be accompanied by a Parent/Guardian.
If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
