Patisserie (Basic)

Qualification Name:Certificate For Pastry Cooks And Patissiers
Course Name:Patisserie (Basic)
Course Code:ADDP
Centre:Wembley Park
Applies to:School Leavers
Availability:Part Time Evenings (Wednesday 5.00-9.00pm)

Who is this course for?
This course is for you if you are wishing to learn all aspects of the patisserie area and intend to pursue a career in this area of catering. The course may also appeal to those already working in the catering industry looking to gain more knowledge in the area.

What are the entry requirements?
You will have basic English and Maths skills & be assessed through an initial assessment at interview.
After applying you will have an interview to determine which course is suitable for your needs and abilities.

• Minimum Literacy Level: Level 1

Reading: You can read and understand the main points and ideas in different types of writing - for example magazine articles, newspaper stories or short stories. You can understand main ideas from a report, read from a website or college text book, etc. You can use what you have read to help you write an essay or make decisions. Writing: You can present information in different ways. You can use grammar, spelling and punctuation correctly. You can present your thoughts and ideas in a clear way that people can understand.
• Minimum Numeracy Level: Entry 2

You can work with numbers, symbols, and simple diagrams. You can add and subtract simple numbers and use simple fractions. You can use money, tell the time, measure things and know about squares, triangles and rectangles.

What qualification will I receive?
You will receive the Basic certificate for pastry cooks and patissiers - Level 2.

Where can it lead?
You can go on to study advanced pastry certificate or into employment. This qualification would also help your employer potential along with an NVQ level 2 in food preparation & cooking.

What will I study?
Subjects you will study include all the basics in pastry work, cake making, dough products, fermented goods and sweet sauces, these are covered both by practical & theory input.

How will I be taught?
You will attend a theory session & complete practical work in the college kitchens.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by practical work assessments.
Final examination consisting of a multiple choice paper.
Portfolio & photographic evidence is required.

What support is available while I am on the course?
Students are supported by their tutor through the duration of the course. The College's extensive learning resources are available to all learners. There is substantial language support for students whose first language is not English.

What will it cost?
Full Time Overseas FeesUp to £1100*
UK Home FeesUp to £1100*
Age under 19 on 31st August of the year you start your course? Study forFREE.

On income-based benefit? You could study for only £30.

Cost & Availability - Please be aware that certain courses are not subject to concessions.