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Diploma in Professional Cookery and Kitchen Management

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SAQA ID57449
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Professional Cookery and Kitchen Management is an NQF Level 6, 360-credit qualification in the Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure field. It is focused on professional cookery together with the management of kitchen operations. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024, so its current availability should be confirmed before making enrolment decisions.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in developing a career in professional cookery or kitchen management, particularly those seeking a substantial hospitality qualification. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to professional cookery and kitchen management by combining these areas at diploma level. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No approved related careers are listed, and the qualification’s current enrolment status should be verified.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Professional cookery skills
  • Kitchen management skills
  • Hospitality-related operational skills

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Professional Cookery and Kitchen Management
SAQA ID
57449
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
11
Subfield
Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure
Originator
International Hotel School (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, including whether the recorded 30 June 2024 registration end date has been extended, replaced or otherwise updated.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this specific qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 57449, NQF level and credit value on the official documentation before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.