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12 months full time / 18 months part time
On-campus — Interactive learning in a face-to-face environment. Classes will be held at a Melbourne Polytechnic campus or partner institute.
Full time / Part time
February | July
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
Provide First Aid
Elective
Use food preparation equipment
Core
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
Core
Work effectively in a commercial kitchen
Core
Prepare and Serve Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Core
Prepare and serve espresso coffee
Elective
Clean kitchen premises and equipment
Core
Plan and cost recipes
Elective
Produce cakes
Core
Produce specialised cakes
Core
Produce pastries
Core
Produce yeast-based bakery products
Core
Produce petits fours
Core
Produce desserts
Core
Prepare and model marzipan
Elective
Show social and cultural sensitivity
Elective
Use hygienic practices for food safety
Core
Participate in safe food handling practices
Core
Coach others in job skills
Core
Receive, store and maintain stock
Core
Participate in safe work practices
Core
Common Questions
Tuition fees vary depending on your eligibility. The concession fee is $1,200, the government subsidised fee is $6,000, and the non-subsidised fee is $12,750. There is also a materials fee of $304 and a maximum annual amenities fee of $180 (concession) or $260 (subsidised/non-subsidised), bringing the total to $1,684 (concession), $6,564 (subsidised), or $13,314 (non-subsidised).
After successfully completing the Certificate III in Patisserie SIT31021, you can progress into the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management SIT40521, the Diploma of Hospitality Management SIT50422, or the Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management SIT60322.
You will study at Melbourne Polytechnic's Preston campus in dedicated pastry kitchens under qualified and experienced teachers with current industry knowledge. You will also gain unique industry experience by showcasing your creations at the award-winning restaurant St Georges.
The course takes 12 months to complete on a full-time basis, or 18 months if studying part time. Intakes are available in February and July.
Assessment methods include practical assessment, assignments, class work, self-evaluation and direct observation. There are no educational prerequisites for this course; however, students will be required to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment as part of the enrolment process, and will need to purchase a chef's uniform and knife kit.
Application
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Step 02
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Step 03
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