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.
FBP20217 Certificate II in Baking
Subsidised | $850 |
Concession | $70 |
TAFE at School Subsidised | $0 |
Full fee | $3,690 |
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.
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 >
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.
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 | |
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FBPRBK2002Use food preparation equipment to prepare fillingsUnit code: FBPRBK2002 |
Use food preparation equipment to prepare fillings | |
FBPRBK2005Maintain ingredient storesUnit code: FBPRBK2005 |
Maintain ingredient stores | |
FBPRBK3005Produce basic bread productsUnit code: FBPRBK3005 |
Produce basic bread products | |
FDFFS2001AImplement the food safety program and proceduresUnit code: FDFFS2001A Unit description: This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to maintain personal hygiene and conduct food handling, housekeeping and waste disposal related to work tasks and responsibilities where work involves operation of production and/or packaging equipment and processes. |
Implement the food safety program and procedures | |
FDFOHS2001AParticipate in OHS processesUnit code: FDFOHS2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the workplace performance required for an entry level employee to participate in occupational health and safety (OHS) processes in the workplace, in order to ensure their own health and safety at work, as well as that of those in the workplace who may be affected by their actions. |
Participate in OHS processes | |
FDFOP2061AUse numerical applications in the workplaceUnit code: FDFOP2061A Unit description: This is unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to apply basic mathematical functions of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to undertake workplace calculations or to estimate approximate answers when exact calculations are not required. |
Use numerical applications in the workplace | |
FDFOP2064AProvide and apply workplace informationUnit code: FDFOP2064A Unit description: This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to identify, collect and provide information to convey meaning to others. |
Provide and apply workplace information |
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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FBPRBK3002Produce non laminated pastry productsUnit code: FBPRBK3002 |
Produce non laminated pastry products | |
FBPRBK3009Produce biscuit and cookie productsUnit code: FBPRBK3009 |
Produce biscuit and cookie products | |
FBPRBK3014Produce sweet yeast productsUnit code: FBPRBK3014 |
Produce sweet yeast products | |
SIRXSLS001Sell to the retail customerUnit 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. |
Sell to the retail customer |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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
Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
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STUDY MODE
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COST
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Loganlea | 25 January 2021 | 6 months | Part time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $3,690 Subsidised: $850 Concession: $70 |
South Bank | 25 January 2021 | 6 months | Part time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $3,690 Subsidised: $850 Concession: $70 |
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
Campus | START DATES
![]() When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
![]() How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
![]() The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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Loganlea | 01 February 2021 | 1 year | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
South Bank | 01 February 2021 | 1 year | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
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.
FBP20217 Certificate II in Baking
QCE points: 4
Information is current at time of publishing, to confirm the QCE points for your course please visit the Queensland Curriculum & Assessment Authority (QCAA) website.
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 pathwaysNo 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.
This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Whilst there are no formal entry requirements for this course TAFE Queensland recommends students possess basic literacy and numeracy skills.
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.
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.
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.
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