Boost your career in baking with this mid-level course. Learn the technical skills required to be an advanced baker, pastry chef or bread baker in a commercial baking environment.
FBP40217 Certificate IV in Baking
Full fee | $13,010 |
International | $13,000 |
Boost your career in baking with this mid-level course. Learn the technical skills required to be an advanced baker, pastry chef or bread baker in a commercial baking environment.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for skilled bakers in Australia continues to experience moderate growth, with more than 32,000 people already employed in the industry.
Upgrade your baking skills by learning the technical, artisan and creative skills and knowledge required to produce advanced bakery and pastry products, and solve complex baking problems. You will also learn business skills including team management and customer service strategies, and develop knowledge about work health and safety legislation and regulations.
Successful completion of this course gives you the skills necessary to seek employment as a baker or artisan baker in a commercial setting.
Gain practical experience in our state-of-the-art baking training facilities where you will train with world-class bakers, learning contemporary skills and global baking trends.
TAFE Queensland has many industry partners. These industry connections allow to seek guidance on how to achieve your career goals and provide an opportunity for future employment.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 120 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
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SITXHRM001Coach others in job skillsUnit code: SITXHRM001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide on-the-job coaching to colleagues. It requires the ability to explain and demonstrate specific skills, knowledge and procedures and monitor the progress of colleagues until they are able to operate independently of the coach. The unit applies to experienced operational personnel and to supervisors and managers who informally train other people in new workplace skills and procedures. It applies to all tourism, hospitality and event sectors. |
Coach others in job skills | |
FDFFS4001ASupervise and maintain a food safety planUnit code: FDFFS4001A |
Supervise and maintain a food safety plan | |
BSBSUS401Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practicesUnit code: BSBSUS401 |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | |
FDFOHS4002AMaintain OHS processesUnit code: FDFOHS4002A |
Maintain OHS processes | |
FBPRBK3016Control and order bakery stockUnit code: FBPRBK3016 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to control and order bakery stock in a commercial baking environment. This unit applies to individuals who apply a broad range of knowledge and skills with responsibility for their own work. This includes applying and communicating known solutions to predictable problems. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory food safety, and work health and safety, regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace. No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Control and order bakery stock | |
FBPRBK4004Develop baked productsUnit code: FBPRBK4004 |
Develop baked products | |
FBPRBK4006Coordinate baking operationsUnit code: FBPRBK4006 |
Coordinate baking operations |
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SITXFSA001Use hygienic practices for food safetyUnit code: SITXFSA001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use personal hygiene practices to prevent contamination of food that might cause food-borne illnesses. It requires the ability to follow predetermined organisational procedures and to identify and control food hazards. The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation or bar areas. This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, hotels, and bars; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering. It applies to food handlers who directly handle food or food contact surfaces such as cutlery, plates and bowls during the course of their daily work activities. This includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards, kitchen hands, bar, and food and beverage attendants, and sometimes room attendants and front office staff. Food handlers must comply with the requirements contained within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. In some States and Territories businesses are required to designate a food safety supervisor who is required to be certified as competent in this unit through a registered training organisation. Food safety legislative and knowledge requirements may differ across borders. Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory food safety authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. |
Use hygienic practices for food safety | |
FBPRBK3005Produce basic bread productsUnit code: FBPRBK3005 |
Produce basic bread products | |
SITHPAT006Produce dessertsUnit code: SITHPAT006 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce hot, cold and frozen desserts following standard and special dietary recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make and present desserts. The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve desserts, including hotels, restaurants, clubs and patisseries. It applies to patissiers who usually work under the guidance of more senior chefs. |
Produce desserts | |
FBPRBK4001Produce artisan bread productsUnit code: FBPRBK4001 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to produce artisan bread products in a commercial baking environment. This unit applies to individuals who apply a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills with responsibility for their own work. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory food safety, and work health and safety, regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace. No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Produce artisan bread products | |
SITHPAT008Produce chocolate confectioneryUnit code: SITHPAT008 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to temper couverture (pure coating chocolate) to produce individual chocolates. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to mould and fill individual chocolates with hard or soft fillings and centres. |
Produce chocolate confectionery | |
SITHPAT005Produce petits foursUnit code: SITHPAT005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce, using standard recipes, specialised petits fours which require finishing, decoration and presentation of a high order. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make, fill, assemble and decorate specialised petits fours. |
Produce petits fours | |
FBPRBK3003Produce specialist pastry productsUnit code: FBPRBK3003 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to produce specialist pastry products using butter in a commercial baking environment. This unit applies to individuals who apply a broad range of knowledge and skills with responsibility for their own work. This includes applying and communicating known solutions to predictable problems. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory food safety, and work health and safety, regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace. No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Produce specialist pastry products |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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South Bank | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Part time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $13,010 |
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.
As an international student at TAFE Queensland you'll gain hands-on experience in our modern classrooms, laboratories and workshops using state-of-the-art facilities and the same tools and equipment used in industry.
Get the internationally-recognised qualification you need to launch your career while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle.
No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.
Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
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STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
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South Bank | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time | Mixed mode | International: $13,000 |
As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations.
In addition to your scheduled class hours you will be expected to complete additional study in your own time.
The course cost indicated is for students on an international student visa. If you’re visiting Australia on a non-student visa (e.g. partner visa, working holiday, employer sponsor etc.) please contact us directly for the price applicable to you.
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.
Our preferred payment method is telegraphic transfer or credit card using Western Union Global Pay for Students or the Flywire Payment Portal. Western Union and Flywire both allow you to complete your payment in your own currency using a telegraphic transfer with no processing fees or delays.
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The below entry requirements are for domestic and international students. You must have:
International students:
In addition to the entry requirements, international students must also provide:
International students should be a minimum of 18 years of age. Student visa applicants under the age of 18 will be accepted where they demonstrate that they will be accompanied by a parent, legal custodian or a suitable relative who is aged 21 or over. This arrangement requires the approval of the Department of Home Affairs. For more information visit the Department of Home Affairs - Welfare arrangements for students under 18.
If you are not currently employed or volunteering in industry, during your course you will be required to complete vocational placement so you can start practising your new skills in a real-world environment. You’ll be required to work shifts determined by your placement provider, and these can include early mornings or late nights, any day of the week, including public holidays. TAFE Queensland may be able to assist in arranging suitable placements.
Completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are required to complete 120 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
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At sign up when the Training Plan is being negotiated, if it is determined that the workplace cannot provide all training, then apprentices may need to travel to Brisbane, South Bank campus for training. This travel would be at the apprentices own expense, but may be subsidised by the Queensland Government.
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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International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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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