Starting March 2024

Flexible learning, wherever and any time you want!
In this online course of the ZDS we show you in theoretical and practical units, how chocolate is made from the bean to the bar.

The course is divided into 11 modules and includes theoretical “teachers lessons” with audio Power Points,
interactive learning games and small tests to better memorize what you have learned and – to motivate you.

Next course starts at: March, 1st, 2024

The practical units were filmed in our fully equipped chocolate pilot plant and include both – the process descriptions and an overview of the machines.

The course takes place via our learning platform – at the end of the course, the students have to pass a test to obtain the certificate of participation. The course is available online from March, 2024 and accessible 4 months on our platform**.


Your advantages:

  • Flexible learning at any place, at any time
  • Entry possible at any time*
  • Cost saving: You save on travel and hotel accommodation
  • All course materials are easily accessible
  • For any questions, the instructor is at your disposal by e-mail and on fixed dates by video chat

Suitable for:

– Chocolatiers

– Small chocolate companies

– Chocolate industry producing premium chocolate

– Production, QA and product development


*Condition is the receipt of payment before the start of the course

** If you need more time to complete the course, no problem! Our seminar team will find a solution for you.