FNT201

Year 12 Food Technology

Course Description

Who is this subject intended for: Students who have a passion for developing their skills in this subject area. This course may also lead to a career pathway in the Food or Hospitality industry. 

What you will learn in this subject: 

Skills: Students who complete this course will gain credits towards NCEA Level 2 or above whilst also developing skills which they will be able to use in the Food or Hospitality industry. 

Content: 

  • Food safety and personal hygiene in a commercial kitchen. 
  • Food service. 
  • Advanced knife skills and food preparation techniques. 
  • Creativity with food preparation and service. 
  • STAR funded courses may also be available. 

Where this subject will lead: Gaining credits towards NCEA Level 2 and on towards gaining entry into the Level 3 Food and Hospitality course. This subject can lead to employment or career opportunities in the Food and Nutrition or Hospitality industry. 

Information: We have the opportunity to tailor a course to suit the needs of each student. The main focus of this course is to prepare students for food and hospitality in industry. Students may also opt for Achievement Standards in Technology and Home Economics curriculum.

Recommended Prior Learning

Students require a 'passion' to extend their skills of food preparation and presentation. They must have achieved Level 1 or gain entry with the permission of HoF Technology.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

$10 Food Cap ( Note: students are expected to use the food cap from previous years); $80 ingredients.

Pathway