Not at all! Our classes are beginner-friendly and perfect for everyone—whether you’re trying something new, looking to improve your skills, or just love food and fun, hands-on learning.
Participants should have completed at least Primary school education or possess Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 4 in English to follow the course content effectively. You must be at least 21 years old to be eligible for SkillsFuture Credit or government funding.
Participants below 21 may still enrol but will need to pay the full course fee. Due to safety regulations, young children are not allowed in the kitchen training areas.
Funding for WSQ courses is primarily determined by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) based on several key factors. Firstly, funding is tiered based on trainee’s eligibility. For example, Singapore citizens aged 40 and above can get up to 70% funding support for courses offered by SSA Culinary Institute, whereas Singapore citizens and PRs aged 21 and above can get up to 50% funding support. Secondly, funding is also determined by compliance and performance. Participants will need to be competent for the assessment and achieve at least 75% attendance. Participants who fail to be competent and achieve 75% attendance will not be eligible for funding. Also, please note that funding will not be given to participants who have already attended the same course previously. In such a situation, participants will need to pay the full course fees in cash should they wish to reattend the course.
Course durations vary depending on course and can range from 7 to 24 hours, conducted over 1 to 3 days. Sessions are usually held between 9:00am and 6:00pm, with some courses including half-day sessions (e.g., 9:00am–1:00pm).
Classes depend on the size of the kitchen. The size ranges from 8 – 20 participants.
Each group will consist of 2 participants to encourage collaboration and ensure an effective learning experience.
Yes – we have classes run all days of the week including weekends. We are only closed on public holidays. You may view upcoming weekend schedule on the respective course pages.
The course schedule is subject to confirmation. SSA Culinary Institute reserves the right to reschedule or cancel classes if necessary. Participants will be notified as early as possible in the event of any changes.
All our courses are WSQ-certified to ensure quality and funding support. We currently do not offer non-WSQ classes. However, we are happy to customise workshops for participants who have a ready group! WhatsApp us if you have any requests.
Yes, participants are required to conduct 2 types of surveys at the end of each course – the first one being SSA’s evaluation form and the other is the TRAQOM survey which is administered by SSG to capture learners’ perceptions of training quality.
All our classes are conducted at our training facility located at Tai Seng Centre. Some full-theory classes may also be conducted at Lifelong Learning Institute.
Yes, restrooms are available within the building. We also have a dedicated musollah on-site for Muslim participants who wish to perform their prayers.
Unfortunately, our kitchen training spaces are not wheelchair accessible. If you have specific mobility concerns, please contact us in advance so we can advise or assist where possible.
Participants must achieve 75% course attendance to be competent and take the necessary assessment to be eligible for funding.
We will assist you in scheduling a make-up class for the missed day(s).
Yes, definitely! Drop us a text via WhatsApp and let us know which course you are keen to sign up for and which date works for you. We will be happy to assist you to start a class.
As all our classes are hands-on, please come dressed appropriately for kitchen safety and hygiene. We recommend participants to wear comfortable clothing - long pants, covered non-slip shoes, and a top with sleeves.
You may help yourselves to the seats available in the kitchens. However, most tasks would require participants to be on their feet.
Yes, lunch is provided! You may also help yourselves to drinks during your breaktime.
You’re welcome to bring your own containers if you prefer, but no worries if you don’t have one - we’ll also provide takeaway containers for all students to take home their creations.
For all WSQ courses, there will be a short open-book* written assessment and a practical assessment. (*Only for Food Safety Course, written assessment will be closed book.)
Yes, for WSQ courses, participants will receive a WSQ Statement of Attainment (SOA) if they are assessed to be competent upon course completion.
All SOAs are issued as e-certificates. You can view, download, and print them by logging in with your SingPass at the MySkillsFuture portal. SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) will send an SMS notification to the mobile number provided during registration once your e-certificate is ready. Please ensure your contact details are accurate. The SOA may be downloaded via the SkillsFuture website: https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/e-services/e-services.html
No, SSA Culinary Institute does not offer certification courses like those awarded by Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs), such as diplomas or degrees. Our focus is on short, practical WSQ-accredited courses and workshops designed for adult learners seeking to upskill or reskill quickly.
All participants will receive a printed recipe booklet during the class - no digital versions are provided.
You can register directly through the page of your chosen course on our website. Simply follow the instructions provided on the course page — once your registration is submitted, our team will get in touch with the next steps and payment details.
Payment ought to be made before the course begins. You can pay via PayNow, Bank Transfer, PSEA, or Cheque. Cheque payments, if any, should be made payable to “SSA Culinary Institute Pte Ltd” and mailed to: Lifelong Learning Institute, 11 Eunos Road 8 #06-01 Singapore 408601.
There are no other fees required to be paid aside from the course fees.
Unfortunately, our courses are not eligible for the $4,000 SkillsFuture Mid-Career Support Top-Up. You can still use your original SkillsFuture Credit or explore other funding options available.
Participants are only eligible for the SSG subsidy ONCE for each course. Participants who have attended the same SSG subsidised course will be charged the full course fee as indicated in our brochure.
UTAP helps NTUC members cover 50% of unfunded course fees (up to $250/year; up to $500/year for members 40+ from 1 Jul 2020 to 31 Dec 2025), reimbursed via the NTUC-Education & Training Fund.
Any NTUC member with paid-up dues before and during the course, who attends at least 75% of the training, and submits a claim within 6 months of course completion.
Yes, SSA Culinary Institute has attained a Muslim-owned Establishment (MOE) certification. All ingredients are halal.
No, unfortunately our courses are not vegetarian-friendly as most of our recipes contain proteins such as chicken, fish, seafood and eggs.
We offer hands-on culinary teambuilding experiences such as cooking challenges, bake-offs, and heritage food workshops, tailored to your team’s goals and size.
The flow of the session depends on the package and theme you select. Some may include a cooking challenge, while others focus more on collaboration or cultural experiences. We’ll walk you through the options during planning to ensure it aligns with your objectives.
Sessions typically last between 2 to 4 hours, depending on the chosen activity and group size. Custom durations are available upon request.
We can accommodate small groups of 8 up to 144 participants per session. Participants typically work in pairs or small groups of 2–3. You may pre-arrange the teams before the session. For larger groups or special arrangements, feel free to reach out - we can explore custom scheduling or staggered sessions to suit your needs.
Yes. For safety and accessibility, all participants must be at least 120cm in height to join kitchen-based teambuilding sessions. This ensures they can comfortably and safely use the equipment and workstations.
All participants must wear covered shoes, long pants, and tops with sleeves. Aprons will be provided.
Muis does not award Halal certifications to schools. However, we have attained the Muslim-owned Establishment certificate so you may be assured that we only use Halal-certified ingredients in all our classes and teambuilding sessions.
Yes, we’re happy to adjust the menu to accommodate dietary needs with advance notice. Let us know during the planning so we can tailor accordingly.
Absolutely! From the menu and activities to cultural themes or team objectives, we can work with you to design a session that fits your organisation’s needs.
Yes, we can! SSA has extensive experience in designing and delivering customised workshops tailored to the professional development needs of staff across various industries. Whether you’re looking to enhance cooking skills, foster team collaboration, or upskill your employees in a specific area, we’ll work closely with you to develop a program that meets your objectives.
Yes, everything you need - from ingredients to kitchen tools and equipment—will be fully provided by us. Just bring your team and get ready to cook!
Absolutely! While our website and socials show selected highlights, you can contact us to request additional visuals or case studies from past teambuilding events.
Yes, SSA Culinary Institute is GeBIZ-registered, making procurement easier for government agencies. We are also registered on other platforms (i.e. Tenderboard).
Our teambuilding sessions are primarily held at SSA’s fully equipped kitchen for the best hands-on experience. However, if you have a suitable external venue in mind, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to explore the possibility with you.
We keep your data on encrypted, access-controlled servers and never share it beyond SSA and our vetted service partners (e.g. payment processors). We also adhere to Singapore’s PDPA. For full details, please refer to our Terms & Conditions when you register for our course.
Yes, we may take photos and videos during the class for marketing and publicity purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please inform our staff before the class begins — we’ll do our best to respect your preference and exclude you from any media content.
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