Get to know the history and understand the process of traditional handmade chocolates with this much sought-after Artisanal chocolate making course. Acquire hands on training on all aspects of chocolate production and become adept in all the important chocolate processing and decoration techniques.
Learn to temper chocolates right, effectively infuse flavours, and craft your own unique confections with innovative fillings, using best-in-class equipment in our state-of-the-art professional chocolate room. This hands-on chocolate course is delivered by expert chocolatiers for application at the personal, professional and entrepreneurial levels.
Internationally accredited & recognised with guaranteed work placement.
In 90 days of intensive hands-on, application-focused, and outcome-driven training, you gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in the culinary world. With 100% job placement upon graduation, you step into professional kitchens fully prepared to excel, ahead of your peers.












On the successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of participation in Artisanal Chocolate Making from the International Centre for Culinary Arts - ICCA Abu Dhabi, recognised by the Abu Dhabi Center for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET), Govt of Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Artisanal Chocolate Program is available in a module of six (6) classes of three (3) hours’ duration each, delivered over 3 days from 09.30 AM to 05.00 PM.
All equipment, ingredients, protective gear and stewarding support are provided, along with Standard Recipe Cards for all classes.



A purpose-built campus set for worldclass culinary learning with designs that resonate with a sense of harmony, balance, identity, and absolute attention to detail are aimed to make your experience at ICCA truly memorable.

As the leading culinary school in the Middle East, ICCA Abu Dhabi is internationally renowned as an icon for worldclass culinary education with several prestigious national, international awards and recognitions to its credit.

A diverse and international industry-experienced academic faculty certified by the City & Guilds, UK, focus on providing personalized attention for an enhanced education and training experience.

Strategic partnerships with world-leading original equipment manufacturers and ingredient suppliers for international industry standard learning.

Learning delivered by top-of-the-line Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Student Management System (SMS) based on the proprietary ICCA ought-to-know and industry-relevant knowledge.

Get assured job opportunities with leading hospitality brands from the UAE and around the world with ICCA’s IWEP program, offering seamless industry integration.

ICCA IWP Abu Dhabi's (Industry Internship / Work Experience Placement) Program is an industry integration initiative specially designed for students wishing to join the industry as Professional Chefs by way of regular employment or an internship leading to work placement.
The IWP Program is separately conducted in addition to the 620 hours of intensive on-campus guided learning and training, which comprise our Professional Program.
The IWP arrangements are in the form of either regular employment to begin with, or an industry internship generally of 6 to 12 months’ duration, successful completion of which would lead the student chef to a regular work placement.
Fees may be paid in AED by Cash, Cheque, Credit / Debit Cards, by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or through the Secured Payment Gateway provided in this website to ICCA Dubai, as convenient and applicable
Convenient Installment Plan is available for Local / UAE Admissions.The first installment is to be paid at the time of admission and the balance installment payment is required to be secured by a Post Dated Cheque (PDC).
International students are required to pay fees in advance to secure admission, hostel reservation and the UAE Visa.
With over 13 years of experience in the gastronomic field, Chef Rene honed and perfected his pastry-making skills, working in different countries, including France. Besides being an accomplished pâtissier, he has around seven years of experience teaching and mentoring young aspiring chefs while also working as a consultant. He keeps his finger on the pulse of the industry by actively participating in different international congresses of cakeshops.

Yes, upon successful completion of the program you will be awarded a formal Certificate from ICCA Dubai, along with a Certificate of Completion attested by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), Ministry of Education, Government of Dubai, UAE.
This course helps one understand the craft, art, and science of Artisanal Production, giving a theoretical and practical understanding of what makes the process of artisanal chocolate making successful.
This course is specially designed for those seeking to understand the craft of Artisan Chocolate Production at the personal, professional, and entrepreneurial levels.
For details on the respective Course / Program Fees, kindly view the respective 'Fees & Payment' section above.
The ICCA Dubai is located at First Floor, Block 8, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai, UAE.
Telephone: +971 4 457 8811
Fax: +971 4 457 8822
Email: enquiry@iccadubai.ae
Nearest Metro Station: Red Line - Dubai Internet City Station 1 (Two Seasons Hotel / formerly Gloria Hotel)
(Feeder Bus from Metro Station – Bus Nos. 85 or 83)
Nearest Bus Stop: Dubai Knowledge Village Main Gate
(Bus stop is located opposite Block 8)
Driving Directions: Refer Location Map, on the ‘Contact Us’ Page.
Vehicle Parking: Convenient Parking available adjacent to Block 8.
Yes, ICCA Abu Dhabi has procedures & policies that are made available at the time of admission.
Yes, ICCA Abu Dhabi has an arrangements with a quality hotel as a hostel facility for its international students and can be arranged upon request or as part of the international student package offer.
There are separate rooms for Ladies and Men.
ICCA Abu Dhabi's staff provides language assistance in multiple languages, as and when required, offering complete academic support and counseling.