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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NEXT INTAKE On campus: Loganlea Start date: 04 Oct 2022

STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane

WAYS TO STUDY On campus TAFE at School

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

JobTrainer

Concession

$100

Subsidised

$895

Full Fee

$4,060

TAFE at School Subsidised Fee

TAFE at School Full Fee

$4,030 - $4,170

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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

JobTrainer funded course

This course is eligible for JobTrainer funding, meaning it could be free for eligible school-leavers, young people and job seekers looking to develop new skills. Training is proudly delivered by TAFE Queensland and jointly funded by the Australian Government and Queensland Government. Learn more >

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.

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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CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Loganlea	04 Oct 2022	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply
Caboolture	04 Oct 2022	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply
Loganlea	23 Jan 2023	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply
Caboolture	23 Jan 2023	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Loganlea	30 Jan 2023	4 terms	Part time 1 day per week	Classroom	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 TAFE at School Full Fee: $4,170 Apply
South Bank	30 Jan 2023	4 terms	Part time 1 day per week	Classroom	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 TAFE at School Full Fee: $4,030 Apply
Caboolture	30 Jan 2023	4 terms	Part time 1 day per week	Classroom	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 TAFE at School Full Fee: $4,170 Apply

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CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Loganlea	04 Oct 2022	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply
Caboolture	04 Oct 2022	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply
Loganlea	23 Jan 2023	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply
South Bank	23 Jan 2023	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply
Caboolture	23 Jan 2023	6 months	Part time 2 days per week	Mixed mode	Concession: $100 Subsidised: $895 Full fee: $4,060 Apply

CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Loganlea	30 Jan 2023	4 terms	Part time 1 day per week	Classroom	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 TAFE at School Full Fee: $4,170 Apply
South Bank	30 Jan 2023	4 terms	Part time 1 day per week	Classroom	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 TAFE at School Full Fee: $4,030 Apply
Caboolture	30 Jan 2023	4 terms	Part time 1 day per week	Classroom	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 TAFE at School Full Fee: $4,170 Apply

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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 10, 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school. 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

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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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Important Information

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

Whilst there are no formal entry requirements for this course TAFE Queensland recommends students possess basic literacy and numeracy skills.

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.

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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.

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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Certificate II in Baking

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

JobTrainer funded course

Industry connections

Core units

Elective Units

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Certificate II in Baking

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Important Information

Read this before applying

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Assessment Methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to Apply

Direct application

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