FBP20221

Certificate II in Baking

Kick start a hands-on career in baking with this entry-level course. Gain the practical skills you need to work as a retail baker assistant or pastry chef assistant, or to pursue an apprenticeship.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane

WAYS TO STUDY On campus TAFE at School

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 14 Jul 2025 Duration: 4 terms View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$155

Subsidised

$1,060

Full Fee

$4,665

TAFE at School Subsidised Fee

TAFE at School Full Fee

$4,510

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Course overview

Take the first step towards a hands-on career in baking with this entry-level course. Gain the practical skills you need to work as a retail baker assistant or pastry chef assistant, or to pursue an apprenticeship. Demand for retail bakers and pastry chefs in Australia continues to grow. Over the next five years job openings in the sector are expected to be between 10,000 and 25,000.

You will develop a variety of entry-level skills including producing basic bread, cake and pastry products, using food preparation equipment to prepare fillings, maintaining ingredient stores, and implementing food safety programs and procedures. Our teachers are industry experts and will provide you with the support you need to succeed.

Upon successful completion of this course you will graduate with the skills required to work as an assistant to a retail baker or pastry chef. You will also be well placed to pursue further study or an apprenticeship in the industry.

What can I do?

Retail Baker Assistant
Pastry Chef Assistant

Course outcome:

FBP20221 Certificate II in Baking

Industry connections

TAFE Queensland has many industry partners including Bakers Delight and Coles. These industry connections allow you to seek guidance on how to achieve your career goals and provide an opportunity for future employment outcomes.

Live training facilities

Gain practical experience in our on-campus training restaurants and kitchens where you will be working within a live environment preparing food for real paying customers.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 4 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
FBPFSY2002

Apply food safety procedures

UNIT CODE :
FBPFSY2002

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain food safety, workplace cleanliness and personal hygiene, and conduct work tasks where work involves operation of production and/or packaging equipment and processes.
UNIT NAME
Apply food safety procedures

UNIT CODE
FBPOPR2069

Use numerical applications in the workplace

UNIT CODE :
FBPOPR2069

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use numerical applications in the workplace.
UNIT NAME
Use numerical applications in the workplace

UNIT CODE
FBPOPR2071

Provide and apply workplace information

UNIT CODE :
FBPOPR2071

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide and apply workplace information in a processing context.
UNIT NAME
Provide and apply workplace information

UNIT CODE
FBPRBK2002

Use food preparation equipment to prepare fillings

UNIT CODE :
FBPRBK2002

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare fillings for use in bread, cake or pastry products using food preparation equipment in a commercial baking environment.
UNIT NAME
Use food preparation equipment to prepare fillings

UNIT CODE
FBPRBK2005

Maintain ingredient stores

UNIT CODE :
FBPRBK2005

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain ingredient stores in a commercial baking environment.
UNIT NAME
Maintain ingredient stores

UNIT CODE
FBPRBK3005

Produce basic bread products

UNIT CODE :
FBPRBK3005

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to produce basic bread products in a commercial baking environment.
UNIT NAME
Produce basic bread products

UNIT CODE
FBPWHS2001

Participate in work health and safety processes

UNIT CODE :
FBPWHS2001

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out work in accordance with health and safety requirements and procedures, and to contribute to the maintenance of a safe workplace.
UNIT NAME
Participate in work health and safety processes

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
FBPRBK3002

Produce non laminated pastry products

UNIT CODE :
FBPRBK3002

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to produce non laminated pastry products using pastry fats in a commercial baking environment.
UNIT NAME
Produce non laminated pastry products

UNIT CODE
FBPRBK3009

Produce biscuit and cookie products

UNIT CODE :
FBPRBK3009

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to produce and finish biscuit and cookie products in a commercial baking environment.
UNIT NAME
Produce biscuit and cookie products

UNIT CODE
FBPRBK3014

Produce sweet yeast products

UNIT CODE :
FBPRBK3014

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to produce sweet yeast products in a commercial baking environment. Sweet yeast products include enriched breads and fruited enriched breads.
UNIT NAME
Produce sweet yeast products

UNIT CODE
SIRXSLS001

Sell to the retail customer

UNIT CODE :
SIRXSLS001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to deliver quality customer service and sell to retail customers. It requires the ability to determine customer needs, match products and services to their needs, and facilitate a sale.
UNIT NAME
Sell to the retail customer

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

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On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Loganlea	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	6 months	Full time 2 days per week	Concession: $155 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $1,060 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,665 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Loganlea On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $155 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $1,060 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,665 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
South Bank	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	6 months	Full time 2 days per week	Concession: $155 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $1,060 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,665 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $155 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $1,060 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,665 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Loganlea	On Campus	07 Oct 2025	6 months	Full time 2 days per week	Concession: $155 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $1,060 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,665 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Loganlea On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $155 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $1,060 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,665 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
View comparison chart

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	4 terms	Part time 1 day per week	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more TAFE at School Full Fee: $4,510 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 4 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $4,510 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

Choosing to study a TAFE at School course is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You also gain valuable credits towards your QCE, an apprenticeship, a diploma or university.
TAFE at School gives you a taste of what higher education is all about, makes you work-ready, and helps you build practical skills in an adult-learning environment. Successful completion of a TAFE at School qualification gives you direct entry into any of our diploma courses. Learn more

You must be a Year 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school, in some instances Year 10 students may be considered. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.

Course placements are subject to availability.

QCE points: up to 4

Information is current at time of publishing, to confirm the QCE points for your course please speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor, or visit the Queensland Curriculum & Assessment Authority (QCAA) website.

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Certificate II in Baking (FBP20221)

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Certificate II in Baking

COURSE CODE: FBP20221

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 2 in English, 2 in Maths and 2 in Digital Technology.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

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Resources required

It is a requirement that students purchase long pants (preferably chef pants), a cap, collared shirt and closed in shoes. All other required resources for the course are supplied by TAFE Queensland.

Placement

There is no vocational placement arrangement in place for this program however if TAFE Queensland can match you to an employer we will do so either in a work experience role or for an apprenticeship.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Course overview

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Industry connections

Live training facilities

Core units

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Loganlea

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Loganlea

South Bank

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Certificate II in Baking

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Skills check

Resources required

Placement

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate III in Bread Baking

Careers

Certificate III in Cake and Pastry

Careers

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Careers