Cookery-Air Fryer
Description
Air Fryer Cooking - Quick, Practical Meals for Everyday Life
Discover how to prepare quick, tasty, and nutritious meals using an air fryer. This practical, hands-on course is ideal for beginners and anyone looking to build confidence in everyday cooking.
Learners will explore a range of simple recipes while developing essential kitchen skills, including ingredient preparation and safe knife handling. The course covers cooking meats, vegetables and healthier everyday meals using air fryer techniques.
- Cook a variety of quick and balanced meals
- Learn practical air fryer cooking techniques
- Use herbs, spices, pulses, nuts, and seeds creatively
- Make healthier choices using everyday ingredients
- Adapt recipes to suit personal tastes and dietary needs
By the end of the course, learners will feel more confident using an air fryer to prepare simple, economical meals at home.
Learners will need to bring ingredients each week and containers for taking food home.
Please read the full course details in ‘More details' before enrolling.
More information
Each week, the tutor will demonstrate a new skill and guide you through the process of making recipes with an air fryer that you will be able to cook and take home.
Can I join late?
No late starters - short course.
Who is the course for?
This course is ideal for anyone interested in learning to cook while getting the most from their ingredients and making their food budget go further.
Do I need prior knowledge or experience?
No.
How will I learn?
A practical course with a mixture of one to one and small group tuition, demonstration, discussion and questions and answers.
How will my progress be assessed?
You will be assessed informally by your tutor, as part of normal classroom activities. There will be plenty of opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor.
Is there an external qualification?
No, this is an non-accredited course.
What can I do next?
Other cookery courses, budget management and healthy eating courses at BAEC or elsewhere - the tutor will advise.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring a pen and paper to the first session, the tutor will discuss any further equipment required for subsequent sessions. You will need to bring a plastic boxes or containers to carry your finished dishes home every week. Please also provide your own tea towel and washing up sponge each week.
Are there any extra costs?
Yes, you will need to provide all the ingredients for your dishes each week. An ingredients list will be provided prior to the first week of the course. If you do not receive this, please contact the college.
Is there work between sessions?
No, although you may wish to re-create the demonstrated dish at home.
For further information, please contact:
Call the Kentwood Centre on 0208 659 7976 or Curriculum Development Manager Philip Bedford
Safety Information
Health & Safety Warning: For your safety and the safety of others, it is essential that all learners follow the health and safety guidance provided by the tutor at all times.
Failure to comply with safety instructions, use equipment appropriately, or behave responsibly may result in serious injury or death. Any disregard for health and safety procedures may lead to removal from the course.
Your cooperation is vital to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for everyone.
Course Summary
Code: K05787
Starting: Tuesday 15 September 2026
Location: Kentwood Centre
Tutor: Jenny Stringer
Cost: £74 (concessions £60)
By continuing you confirm that you are over 19 and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Time and duration
Day: Tuesday Afternoon
Start Time: 13:00
End Time: 15:00
Start Date: 15 September 2026
End Date: 13 October 2026
Duration: 5 sessions spanning 5 week(s)
Location
Kentwood Centre
Kingsdale Road
Penge
London
SE20 7PR