Course Application Steps
We accept course applicants on a space-available basis.
Step 1: Gather the following materials
- A current resume
- A letter of application (250-word maximum) outlining your relevant skills and knowledge and how you acquired them
- Your college transcript (unofficial copies are acceptable) showing you've satisfied the prerequisites (see Requirements tab above)
Step 2: Apply
Apply online. After completing your online application, please email your transcript to pceapps@uw.edu.
After Applying
We will email you before the first class to let you know if you’ve been accepted. If you’re accepted, we’ll send you details about your course, including information on paying your course fee.
Admission Requirements
Prerequisites:
- Nutrition for Today (NUTR 200) or an equivalent course in basic nutrition
- College-level course in general chemistry
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To learn how to demonstrate proficiency, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Credit Programs.
International Students
Because this course is 100 percent online, no visa is required and international students are welcome to enroll.
Technology Requirements
You must have access to a computer, and we recommend a high-speed internet connection.
Equipment Requirements
You must have a working kitchen and basic cooking tools, plus a digital thermometer and a food scale for measuring ingredients.
Completing the Course
To successfully complete this course, you must receive a grade of at least 2.0.