Course Curriculum
Online Cooking Course Curriculum
8 Courses
28.7 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
18 Exams
Estimated completion time:
Fast track = 4 months
Average time = 7 months
Main Subjects
Gourmet Cooking: Stocks, Sauces, and Soups
In this course, you’ll learn about the ideal layout and design of a gourmet kitchen, the fundamental recipes for making stocks, sauces, and soups, and to appreciate subtle nuances of flavor and texture.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Understand how to use your Student Portal.
Access the Penn Foster Community and use it to find answers.
Connect with Penn Foster on various social media sites.
Design, set up, and present buffets.
Create basic and advanced food presentations.
Identify and use bouquet garni, sachet d’épices, mirepoix, and clarified butter.
Prepare stocks and sauces.
Learn about soup ingredients and preparation.
Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs
Meat
Poultry and Game
Fish and Shellfish
Grains, Legumes, and Pasta
Baking and Pastry
Breakfast, Garde Manger, and World Cuisines
Note: We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.
Career Certificate
4 - 6 months
If you love cooking and want to learn more about preparing and serving exceptional meals, our online Gourmet Cooking Certificate can help you take your culinary skills to the next level! Through online cooking classes, you'll learn how to make gourmet dishes from home, around your schedule.
As part of our Gourmet Cooking course curriculum, you'll learn the fundamental skills to excel at cooking and presenting excellent meals for family and friends. Your courses include:
Gourmet Cooking: Stocks, Sauces, and Soups
Gourmet Cooking: Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs
Gourmet Cooking: Poultry and Game
Gourmet Cooking: Baking and Pastry
What you will learn
How to select the proper buffet setup for different situations and specific techniques for garnishing and presenting individual dishes.
How to use a variety of preparation and cooking techniques, including cutting techniques such as julienne and chiffonade, and cooking methods such as braising, parboiling, and stir-frying.
How to prepare a variety of dishes properly, including fish, poultry, and beef, as well as utilizing the best cooking technique for each.
How to prepare ingredients and create a variety of popular gourmet meals and world cuisines.
Our Proven
Learning Model
Empowering students to reach their professional goals
Flexible
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Start anytime
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No exam due dates
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Self-paced
Connected
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24/7 access to online resources
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Online student community
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Student Portal Help Center
Accessible
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Digital study guides
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Self-check quizzes
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Simulations and videos
Supportive
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Expert faculty
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Dedicated student services
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Robust learning resources