Chocolatier School
Ecole Chocolat - Chocolate Making School

We are proud of our graduates' accomplishments. By requiring a 70% grade point average for graduation, we know they are enthusiastic as well as having the skills and knowledge required to start a career in the industry.

Ecole Chocolat

The above seal celebrates our graduates accomplishments as chocolatiers. It certifies that they have an in-depth understanding and experience in the following areas: 

The history of chocolate including modern cacao cultivation and processing practices. Our graduates understand and appreciate the flavor differences caused by environmental and regional differences. 

Major chocolate suppliers and product differentiation based on the selection of raw product and processing practices. Our graduates understand the industry and where to source the appropriate product for a particular application.

The chemistry of chocolate and what determines its flavor and texture. Like fine wine connoisseurs, our graduates can identify the different flavor nuances in each chocolate.

Chocolate making skills and techniques including tempering, enrobing, decorating and molding. Our graduates are familiar with the production process and the equipment that supports it. 

Traditional chocolate centers: Caramel (Butterscotch), Croquant (Brittle or Toffee), Fondant (Cream), Fudge, Ganache (Truffle), Gianduja, Marzipan, Nougat (Montélimar, Turrón or Torrone) and Praline. Our graduates work with a number of recipes to find the perfect one for a signature chocolate.

Chocolate recipe development techniques with special emphasis on the balance: between center and couverture, between sweet and bitter, between smooth and textured. Our graduates know that recipe development is an art and a science.

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2023 West 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC 1-604-484-1872 Canada or 1-213-291-8309 US