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Join a School of Hospitality & Culinary Arts webinar. To register, select the date you'd like to attend:
- Wednesday, November 26, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 10, 6-7 p.m.
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Wednesday, January 21, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, February 4, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, February 18, 6-7 p.m.
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Wednesday, March 4, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 18, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 1, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 6, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, June 3, 6-7 p.m.
If you have any questions, please email hospitalityadmin@conestogac.on.ca.
Program description - May 2026
Turn your passion into a profession with Conestoga's Culinary Skills certificate.
If you're a high school graduate who dreams of working in a professional kitchen, Conestoga's one-year Culinary Skills certificate program is your recipe for success. This co-op program blends classic techniques with modern culinary trends, giving you the hands-on experience and industry insight needed to thrive in today's fast-paced food service sector.
You'll learn in a collaborative environment through live-action demonstrations, lectures and immersive kitchen practice. From knife skills to plating artistry, you'll build a strong foundation in culinary techniques while exploring creative expression. A four-month paid co-op placement connects you with employers, helping you gain valuable workplace experience and build your professional network.
What you'll learn
- Classic and contemporary culinary techniques
- Kitchen safety, sanitation and food preparation
- Plating, presentation and creative menu development
- Teamwork and communication in professional kitchens
- Practical experience through a paid co-op placement
Career pathways
- Line cook or prep cook in restaurants, hotels or catering
- Entry-level roles in institutional or commercial kitchens
- A pathway to advanced culinary or hospitality programs
Program details
Estimated tuition & fees
The tuition and fee details for the 2025-2026 academic year (September 2025 to August 2026) are provided below for your selected intake. Please note that fees for the 2026-2027 academic year (September 2026 to August 2027) will be released in Spring 2026. Students continuing their studies into the 2026-2027 academic year should review the updated
fee details when they become available. Additional costs for books and supplies may apply. All fees are subject to change and are reassessed annually.
1 Term
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details
| Description | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $104.04 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $116.82 |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $20.10 |
| CSI UPass Fee | $124.91 |
| *eText Fee | $191.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 |
| HST | $112.19 |
| ONE Card Fee | $8.50 |
| Program Services Fee | $287.00 |
| *Program Supply Fee | $600.00 |
| Student Services | $89.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $863.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $4152.72 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
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International fee details
| Description | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7513.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $104.04 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $196.35 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $101.64 |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $20.10 |
| CSI UPass Fee | $124.91 |
| *eText Fee | $191.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 |
| HST | $112.19 |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $8.50 |
| Program Services Fee | $287.00 |
| *Program Supply Fee | $600.00 |
| Student Services | $89.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $863.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $10873.89 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
View all Canadian tuition & fee details for all levels
View all International tuition & fee details for all levels
Program device & software requirements
This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.
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Awards & scholarships
Student Financial Services awarded more than 400 awards, scholarships and bursaries last year.
Co-op information
- Co-op programs add value to your education. Earn money while you apply what you've learned in a real workplace environment. Visit Co-operative education for more information.
- The College cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Department of Co-op Education.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation and associated costs in order to complete work term requirements. Work locations may not always be readily accessible by public transportation.
- In order to participate in a WIL experience/Co-op work term, students must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Delivery sequence - May 2026 - Waterloo
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