Chef Status Unlocked: Learn Culinary Skills with Individual or Bundle Courses from International Open Academy Up to 95% Off

International Open Academy
4.0
Sign in and get Extra $2 offPromo ends
Groupon reserves the right to end the promo at any time
Select Option:
🎁
Haven
13 hours ago
International Open Academy is an excellent online course platform. The courses I took were informative and engaging. This is a gift that I would give to my friends and family.

Ready to level up your kitchen game, whether you're mastering easy plant-based meals, baking a jaw-dropping cake, or just want to sound like a pro picking a wine? These flexible courses give you the fun, specialized skills you need, all from home.

If you love cooking and baking, experimenting with diets, or just enjoying a great glass of wine, this is your chance to learn the pro secrets. Jump into gluten-free cooking, sophisticated cake design, cheesemaking, and more—all at your own pace!

Our Course Collection

Online Gluten-Free Cooking Course

Never compromise on flavor for health again. Learn to master delicious, everyday gluten-free cooking whether you have a dietary restriction or simply choose a healthier lifestyle. Chef-led videos make it easy and affordable to cook safely and deliciously at home.

  • Learn how to make popular meals from Thai red curry to dairy-free mushroom risotto, use healthy ingredient alternatives, and get quick meal ideas
  • Recommended Study Time: 30 hours
  • Course completion is recognized with 30 Continuing Professional Development points, and you have the option to purchase a digital or hard copy certificate upon completion of the course.

Online Sophisticated Baking & Cake Design Course

Create edible masterpieces worthy of a patisserie. Transform your baking hobby into a marketable skill. Learn the sophisticated techniques needed to design, decorate, and deliver show-stopping cakes for weddings, and birthdays.

  • Learn techniques for creating smooth icing and fondant, intricate decoration methods (piping, hand-painting, complex patterns), correctly stacking tiered cakes, and professional presentation tips.
  • Recommended Study Time: 30 hours
  • Course completion is recognized with 30 Continuing Professional Development points, and you have the option to purchase a digital or hard copy certificate upon completion of the course.

Online Wine Appreciation Course

Impress your guests or pursue Sommelier certification. Gain the confidence to expertly choose, serve, and discuss wine. This course gives you the foundational knowledge of a sommelier to enhance your professional hospitality career or become the definitive host at any gathering.

  • Deep dive into white, black, and hybrid grape varieties, global wine regions (France, Italy, USA), the winemaking process, formal wine tasting etiquette and scoring, and advanced food pairing techniques.
  • Recommended Study Time: 50 hours
  • Course completion is recognized with 50 Continuing Professional Development points, and you have the option to purchase a digital or hard copy certificate upon completion of the course.

Online Specialized Cooking 3 Course Bundle

Courses Included: Gluten-Free Cooking, Plant Based Cooking, and Introduction to Cheese Making

Master the art of modern, mindful eating. This bundle provides the comprehensive skills needed to manage contemporary dietary needs. Whether catering to guests with restrictions or transforming your own health, you'll gain practical, specialized expertise in three distinct and high-demand culinary areas.

  • Focus on modern dietary needs, providing skills for cooking both plant-based and gluten-free meals, coupled with the artisan skill of making high-quality cheese from scratch.
  • Recommended Study Time: 85 hours
  • Course completion is recognized with 85 Continuing Professional Development points, and you have the option to purchase a digital or hard copy certificate upon completion of the course.

Online Gourmet Entertaining 3 Course Bundle

Courses Included: Sophisticated Baking & Cake Design, Introduction to Cheese Making, and Wine Appreciation

Curate the perfect gourmet experience. This bundle transforms you into the ultimate host or specialized caterer. Master the skills to create dazzling desserts, produce your own artisanal cheese, and pair it all flawlessly with expert wine knowledge.

  • The essential triad for luxury entertaining: baking and decorating show-stopping desserts, pairing and serving fine wines, and crafting homemade artisanal cheeses.
  • Recommended Study Time: 110 hours
  • Course completion is recognized with 110 Continuing Professional Development points, and you have the option to purchase a digital or hard copy certificate upon completion of the course.

Online Ultimate Culinary 5-Course Bundle

Courses Included: Gluten-Free Cooking, Plant Based Cooking, Introduction to Cheese Making, Sophisticated Baking & Cake Design, and Wine Appreciation

This is the definitive guide to the culinary and gourmet world. Become a highly versatile professional or dedicated hobbyist with accredited skills in both specialized dietary cooking and high-end artisanal craft. This package opens doors to catering, specialized product creation, or lifestyle blogging.

  • Full mastery across all featured culinary arts: health-focused cooking (Gluten-Free, Plant-Based), gourmet preparation (Baking, Cheesemaking), and advanced beverage knowledge (Wine Appreciation).
  • Recommended Study Time: 165 hours
  • Course completion is recognized with 165 Continuing Professional Development points, and you have the option to purchase a digital or hard copy certificate upon completion of the course.

Redemption Instructions

  • Delivery Method: This deal provides a digital voucher and is delivered via email instantly upon purchase. No physical shipping is required, making it an ideal last-minute holiday gift.
  • Redemption: Voucher code must be redeemed on the International Open Academy website within 12 months of purchase. Once redeemed, you will have lifetime access to the course content.
  1. Go to Company Website Redemption Page.
  2. Enter your voucher code and click Submit.
  3. You’ll see the name of your course, click Redeem.
  4. Register with your email address, and start learning right away!

Unlock even more learning with your purchase. When you redeem your course, you'll receive a special code for one month of free access to our entire library of IOA courses. Keep an eye out for this bonus in your redemption instructions—it's our gift to you!

Need To Know Info

Promotional value expires 90 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires.
  • Online redemption only.
  • Limit 9 per person(s), may buy 1 additional as gift(s).
  • May be repurchased every 30 days.
Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services. Learn about Strike-Through Pricing and Savings

About International Open Academy

International Open Academy or IOA is an educational membership platform for people looking to upgrade their professional and personal skills or launch a new freelance career with marketable qualifications.

Company Website

Customer Reviews

4.0
based on Groupon 6,257 reviews
100% Verified Reviews
All Groupon reviews are from people who have redeemed deals with this merchant. Review requests are sent by email to customers who purchased the deal.
Reviewed on
Haven
1 rating|1 review
International Open Academy is an excellent online course platform. The courses I took were informative and engaging. This is a gift that I would give to my friends and family.
taichi
4 ratings|3 reviews
This course on special ed needs was very knowledgeable and a great course . Love learned a lot . The course was great 👍
Nicole
3 ratings|3 reviews
Easy to access, starts by telling you all the materials you’ll need in your cabinet / supplies so you can be prepared!

Merchant reply:

9 days ago
Hi Nicole, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear that you found the Master Herbalist 101 course easy to access and appreciated the clear guidance on preparing your cabinet and supplies. It’s great to know the course setup helped you feel ready to dive into the material right from the start. We’re excited to support you as you continue your learning journey and explore more of our courses. Warm regards, International Open Academy Team
Keisha
1 rating|1 review
I am very pleased with the INTERNATIONAL OPEN ACADEMY. The curriculum that is offered is very resourceful. I have recently completed one of my courses and I am currently awaiting my Certification. I plan to continue to use this as one of my Education Resources.

Merchant reply:

17 days ago
Hi Keisha, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the curriculum resourceful and that you’ve already completed one of your Master Herbalist courses—congratulations! We’re glad to be part of your educational journey and truly appreciate your trust in International Open Academy as a continued learning resource. Your certification will be on its way soon, and we look forward to supporting you in the next course and beyond. If you ever need anything or have questions as you continue, we’re always here to help. Warm regards, International Open Academy Team
Emily
2 ratings|2 reviews
I am learning so much! Truly!

Merchant reply:

98 days ago
Hi Emily, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you're learning a lot through the Master Herbalist courses—it's exactly what we love to hear. Herbalism is such a fascinating and empowering field, and we're honored to be part of your journey. If you ever want to dive deeper or explore related topics, we’ve got plenty more to keep your curiosity blooming. Wishing you continued growth and green-thumbed success! Warm regards, International Open Academy Team

Explore more