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1.4 Years
On-campus, 3 days per week (excluding self-directed study)
On-campus · 22.5 hours per week over 3 days (excluding self-directed study)
No intake available until further notice
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
166 Exhibition St, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000
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
Lead diversity and inclusion
Use food preparation equipment
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
Work effectively in a commercial kitchen
Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
Plan cooking operations
Produce cakes
Produce specialised cakes
Produce pastries
Produce yeast-based bakery products
Produce petits fours
Produce desserts
Prepare and model marzipan
Produce chocolate confectionery
Model sugar-based decorations
Design and produce sweet showpieces
Manage conflict
Manage finances within a budget
Use hygienic practices for food safety
Participate in safe food handling practices
Coach others in job skills
Roster staff
Lead and manage people
Receive, store and maintain stock
Monitor work operations
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
Produce sweet yeast products
Elective unit
Produce basic bread products
Elective unit
Plan and cost recipes
Elective unit
Clean kitchen premises and equipment
Elective unit
Participate in safe work practices
Elective unit
Show social and cultural sensitivity
Elective unit
Common Questions
To receive this qualification, you must complete 32 units: 26 core units and 6 elective units. You will attend classes 22.5 hours per week over 3 days (excluding self-directed study). The course has 6 stages, each of 10 weeks, with holidays in between. The first 4 stages are completed in the Certificate III, while Stages 5 and 6 each have 10 weeks with holidays in between.
Yes, as part of the course, students are required to complete 12 occasions of Work-based Training. Acknowledge Education will assist you in finding a suitable venue to complete your Work-based Training.
For domestic students, the full tuition fee is $15,000, with an additional material fee (uniform, knife set, and materials) of $600 and an enrolment fee of $200. International students should view the international fee list on the Acknowledge Education website for details.
Yes, you may be able to shorten your chosen course by factoring in skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from prior formal studies or training. Acknowledge Education recognises AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations, and students may receive up to 50% course credit for prior learning, potentially reducing both tuition and study time.
International students must meet the following requirements: an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent, be 18 years or older, and have completed Year 12 studies or equivalent. Additional information is available in the International Student Admission Policy and VET Assessment of Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills Policy.
Application
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Step 01
Enquire
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Step 02
Submit Documents
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Step 03
Get Enrolled
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Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.
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