FAQ
Q: What are your requirements?
A: Requirements vary depending on
the course. Short courses do not have any requirements while diploma programs
require Grade 12 Certificate with a minimum of 25 points and a D in English or
2 Year Industry Related Work Experience. We also accept grade 11 AS level.
Q: How does one apply?
A: Application form can be downloaded on our website. Fill in the form and
send it to us via at
info@whcc.com.na or hand deliver it to our office.
Don’t forget to include all supporting documents
B: Or you can visit us at our campus and fill in an
application physically please just check prior to coming all the supporting
documents that are needed to qualify for submission before handing it in.
C: You may all so contact us and we can forward you the
application through email and WhatsApp. Don’t forget to include all supporting
documents
Q: Where are you situated?
A: You can find us at
corner of
Independence Avenue & Mburumba Street, Windhoek, Namibia
Q: Do you offer classes on distance
or part time?
A: Unfortunately not
at the moment. All courses are offered on a full time basis, face to face.
Q: How long do your short courses last?
A: 10 to 14 weeks
(2months and 2 weeks).
Q: Do you have a branch outside
Windhoek?
A: Unfortunately not
yet. However, we look forward to branching out to other parts of the country
soon.
Q: What are your hours?
A: Our office hours
are Mon – Friday | 08h00 – 17h00
Q: What short courses do you offer?
A: We offer level
one and two short courses in Food & Beverage Service Techniques, Beverage
studies and Bar Operations, Front Office Operations and Reservation Systems,
Housekeeping & Laundry Operations, Service Quality Management 1 & 2,
Baking and Pastry Arts, Wine Appreciation, Cost Control Techniques and
Restaurant Revenue Management, Events Management, Contemporary Food and
Beverage and Advanced Baking and Pastry Arts.
Q: What’s the duration of your
diploma programs?
A: Our diploma
courses run for 20 weeks of academic study (2 blocks of 10 weeks), 10 weeks
practical hotel rotation and 20 to 24 weeks internship in Namibia or abroad. 1 year and 6 months
Q: Do you offer any financial
assistance?/ Are any of your courses funded by NTA(Namibia Training Authority)?
A: Not at the moment unfortunately.
Q: Do you provide accommodation?
A: Unfortunately not
yet. However, we are currently working with third party institutions to help
house and accommodate our students. Winco will be ready
for student accommodation as from next year June, in the interim we have
student accommodation available at Namibia Student Accommodation- Square
Residence. Click on the link below for more information:
Square Residence -
Namibia Student Accommodation (namstudentaccommodation.com)
Q: How much to register for diploma
in culinary arts?
A: N$ 1 550. 00
Q: Is your institution NQA
Accredited?
A: Yes, We are accredited by Namibia Qualification Authority(NQA). In addition, we are in partnership with B.H.M.S. Switzerland
and our courses are also internationally accredited.
Q: How much do your courses cost?
A: They all differ, depending on the
course. They can range from N$ 1,500.00 to for some of our short courses to N$
77,300.00 for our diploma courses.
Q: Do I have to pay these fees cash
upfront?
A: We have a payment plan available
to suit each pocket. However, when you pay in full upon registration, you
receive a 5% discount.
Q: What are the career opportunities?
A: You can
work in a number of environments and businesses
Hotels
Lodges
Ships
Retail like
Unilever and Tiger Brands
Q: When I graduate with the diploma,
what kind of chef will I be?
A: Normal
you would start as a commi chef and work yourself up. Due to your qualification
and practical marks you could skip to a Demi Chefs.
Q: How much can I earn once I have
completed my diploma?
A: Entry
level with no experience with only Diploma can earn from N$10,000.00
