Join us for our Open Evening at Leiths on Thursday 5th February 2026, 6:30–8:30pm, and discover how the Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.
Gain your accredited Chef Skills qualification following your online course with this two-day assessment.
Complete your training of the online Chef Skills course with Leiths Online Cookery School and gain your professional accreditation on this two-day in-person assessment at Leiths. The certificate is an esteemed, professional cookery award which is now recognised in the UK as a leading qualification to start a career within the food industry. During the accreditation weekend, there will be a cookery assessment where the food you cook will be tasted and formally assessed by Leiths teachers.
You will also sit a theory exam to test a series of key techniques and skills covered over the course. With the addition of creative cookery sessions and demonstrations from our Leiths chefs. You will cook in our professional kitchens alongside fellow online students from a mix of cohorts.
Please note: this assessment is only available to students who have completed the Leiths Online Chef Skills Certificate. Please do not book a place unless you have completed this course. All applications for the assessment are subject to approval by online tutors.
The Online Chef Skills Two Day Accreditation is suitable for those who have completed the Online Chef Skills course with Leiths Online Cookery School and have been invited by their mentor to undertake the assessment.
To be eligible to take this in-person assessment, candidates must:
We are happy to make adjustments where possible.
Please read our full policy on allergies and dietary restrictions here.
Reserve your spot in our cookery course today and elevate your cooking skills.
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