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Professional Knife Skills
Certify your chef knife skills and learn how to prepare food safely and quickly using professional knife training techniques.
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Duration
2 weeksWeekly study
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How it works
Professional Knife Skills
This course has been certified by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to continuing professional development principles. Find out more.
Boost your culinary skills with this chef knife skills training course
This course is designed for anyone who would like to improve their knife skills in the kitchen, be it a home or in a professional kitchen.
Alongside experienced chefs at the International Culinary Studio, you’ll learn everything you need to know about effective and safe knife cutting when cooking.
Study the different types of knives and how to use them
Knives are considered one of the most important tools for the chef in the kitchen, and chefs typically have a range of knives in their tool kit, each with a specific use.
On this course, you’ll learn about different types of knives and how to select a knife that is suitable to your needs.
You’ll also learn about knife maintenance, getting professional tips for caring for, washing, sharpening and correctly storing your knives and cutting equipment.
Learn the best knife cutting techniques to prevent injury
Using a knife incorrectly can result in serious injury. You’ll learn various safe knife cutting techniques that will ensure you can prepare food safely and effectively.
As well as building safe but fast knife skills, you’ll learn about age restrictions on certain cutting equipment and how to handle and carry knives correctly.
Syllabus
Week 1
Knives and Knife Safety
Welcome and introduction
Welcome to the course and meet your educator, Andy Cordier. We will introduce you to the course and discuss what you will cover.
All about knives and cutting equipment
Understanding everything about knives is important, what types of knives, parts of a knife, how to select the best knife for you and where to source knives. We will discuss all of these and more in this section.
Knife safety and care
Knives, small and large cutting equipment, not used correctly or used carelessly can lead to accidents and injury. We discuss the safe use of knives and other cutting equipment.
Week 2
Cutting techniques
Cutting techniques
There are certain basic cuts that every chef should know, and there are precision cuts that classic cuts are used to add colour and structure to menu items. We will demonstrate these and allow you to practice cutting techniques.
Assessment Time
You now have a chance to test yourself on what have learnt during this course. Use the self-assessment and where necessary go back and refresh your memory. If you are doing the Digital Certificate, your test will follow.
Who is this accredited by?
The CPD Certification Service:
The CPD Certification Service was established in 1996 and is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the CPD policies of professional and academic bodies.
When would you like to start?
Start straight away and join a global classroom of learners. If the course hasn’t started yet you’ll see the future date listed below.
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Learning on this course
On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Identify the different types of knives and cutting equipment and uses
- Explain the importance of correct and safe use of knives and cutting equipment
- Describe the different ways to clean, maintain and store knives and cutting equipment
- Identify relevant age restrictions specific to the use of cutting equipment
- Demonstrate the ability to make use of various cutting techniques
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for anyone who wants to improve their knife skills for food preparation.
This course is suitable for foodies and home chefs, as well as those starting out in their professional cheffing career.
What software or tools do you need?
To practice your skill, you will need the 2 knives mostly used in the kitchen: a Chef’s knife and a paring knife. Other optional knives include a boning knife, filleting knife, bread knife, and carving knife, but they are not essential for this course.
Who will you learn with?
Career Highlights
Catered for Nelson Mandela
Dignatries in Germany
Competition judge
Banqueting large function organization
Managed large team of chefs
Culinary team chef
Teaching and educating chefs
Who developed the course?
International Culinary Studio
International Culinary Studio offers quality education online from any kitchen.
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Ways to learn
Choose the best way to learn for you!
Best Value - learn more, save more!
Subscribe & save
$244.99 for a whole year
Automatically renews
Develop skills to further your career
- Access to this course
- Access to 1,000+ courses
- Learn at your own pace
- Discuss your learning in comments
- Tests to boost your learning
- Digital certificate when you're eligible
Cancel for free anytime
Buy this course
$54/one-off payment
Fulfill your current learning need
- Access to this course
- Learn at your own pace
- Discuss your learning in comments
- Tests to boost your learning
- Printed and digital certificate when you’re eligible
Start learning today
Free
Try this course - with limits
- Limited to 2 weeks
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Find out more about certificates, Unlimited or buying a course (Upgrades)
Sale price available until 2 November 2026 at 23:59 (UTC). T&Cs apply.
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- Complete 90% of course steps and all of the assessments to earn your certificate
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