Natural Foods Chef Program
Tuition and Fees
NTI is currently accepting applications for the Natural Foods Chef program fall term, starting August 22 and ending December 9, 2011. Program tuition is $8800 (single payment); the application fee is $75.
| Payment Option | Total w/app fee | Payment(s) | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Payment | $8875 | $8800 | July 25, 2011 |
| Two Payments* | $8935 | $4415 | July 25, 2011 |
| $4415 | September 5, 2011 | ||
| Three Payments* | $8950 | $3015 | July 25, 2011 |
| $3015 | September 5, 2011 | ||
| $2815 | October 5, 2011 | ||
| Four Payments* | $8965 | $3015 | July 25, 2011 |
| $2015 | September 5, 2011 | ||
| $2015 | October 5, 2011 | ||
| $1815 | November 5, 2011 | ||
| *there is a fee of $15 per payment for multiple payment options | |||
Books
Books required for all courses are carefully selected to provide a useful on-going reference library for graduates. Students purchase books independently. NTI does not sell books. The cost of books varies considerably depending on where they are purchased. There are online book vendors that offer used books at discount prices.
The following online booksellers carry most of the required books.
Budget approximately $400-500 for the cost of books for the Natural Foods Chef courses.
Additional Costs
Students will be expected to purchase professional knives.
Students will be expected to purchase sturdy, non-slip shoes for protection to wear during cooking classes.
Certification as a Personal Chef is available through the national organizations. The cost, paid directly to the USPCA or the APCA, is $695-895. This is optional.
Equipment for personal home kitchens will be at the student’s discretion and own expense. This is an optional expense and will be discussed in the Kitchen Organization and Equipment class.