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Earn while you learn with DCT's Certificate in Culinary Operations Apprenticeship programme!

 

DCT is proud to pioneer a culinary apprenticeship programme - the first of its kind in the UAE -  with top industry partners.

What is an Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are work-study programmes that combine on-the job training at a specific employer with related classroom instruction at college.

Students enrolled in the Level 4 Culinary Operations Apprenticeship will learn in blocks. Some blocks will be taught in the classroom at DCT (40% of the programme), but the majority of learning (60%) will take place while working in an industry partner’s kitchen facilities, supervised by industry-appointed chefs. Students enrolled in the apprenticeship will have labour contracts and will receive a monthly salary throughout the duration of the programme.

Programme Details

  • Programme starts:  August 2025
  • Total programme duration: 2 years
  • Total programme costs: 12,000 AED*

*First payment of AED6,000 is due upon receipt of admissions offer. The remaining AED6,000 balance must be paid to DCT on commencing the course. 

Who is Eligible?

Any applicant who:

  • Is at least 18 years old.
  • Has the ability to take initiative, to be responsible and has good work ethic.
  • Both local and international applicants are encouraged to apply.

 

Benefits received:

During the 2-year programme, apprentices will receive:

  • A monthly salary.
  • Uniforms for work.
  • Meals while on duty in the partner’s kitchen.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Employment Visa.
  • Accommodation or an equivalent allowance within the salary will be provided as per employer policy.

Industry partners

DCT is currently partnering with leading industry organisations; Hilton, Gates Hospitality and Marriott for its pioneering Apprenticeship programme.

Interested in becoming an industry partner? Email us at info@dct.ac.ae

We want you to find the right programme, and offer a dedicated admissions service for our students. By completing this form a personal advisor will call you to answer your questions and guide you through the application process.

We want you to find the right programme, and offer a dedicated admissions service for our students. By completing this form a personal advisor will call you to answer your questions and guide you through the application process.

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