
Join us for our Open evening at Leiths Culinary School, on Thursday, 1 October 2026, 6.30-8.30pm and discover how our Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.
Attain professional accreditation following completion of the online Essential Cooking Certificate course with this two-day assessment.
Complete your study of the online Essential Cooking Certificate course with Leiths Online Cookery School and gain your professional accreditation on this two-day in-person assessment. The Leiths Essentials certificate is an esteemed, internal award which is recognised in the UK as a leading qualification to start a career within the food industry.
Throughout the accreditation weekend, there will be a cookery assessment during which the food you cook will be assessed, and you will have the opportunity for your food to be tasted by an Essential Cookery Certificate Online tutor. 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 Leiths teachers, this promises to be a busy and rewarding couple of days. You will cook in our professional kitchens alongside fellow online students from a mix of cohorts.
Please note: this assessment is only for students who have completed Leiths’ Online Essential Cookery 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 Essential Cooking Certificate Two Day Accreditation is suitable for those who have completed the Online Essential Cooking 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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