FDS421A

FDS421A will provide the student with an understanding of nutritional science and food preparation. The focus of the course is on personal and family wellness in relation to healthy eating, using Canada’s Food Guide. Kitchen skills, meal planning, and food preparation will be developed through foods lab experiences. Students may be interested in Foods and Nutrition for personal development, as an introduction to post-secondary education, or for a career in food services. Certification in Food Handler’s Safety is now offered within Foods 421. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate recognized in the food service industry on PEI. This credential has been approved in collaboration with the Department of Health and Wellness and the Department of Education and Lifelong Learning. The certificate is valid for 5 years from the date of completion. This course is designed to meet the National Guidelines of food safety; PEI Department of Health and Wellness, and the curriculum outcomes for Foods 421, Department of Education and Lifelong Learning.

Foods 421 is a prerequisite course for all Culinary Skills courses.