Patisserie and Confectionery Diploma Level 3 (Part Time)

• Course details, fees and dates

  Course Code 21-PL3NV-CAP-1A / 1X001

  Start Date September

  How long is the course? 36 weeks

  What time does the course start? 5:00PM

  What time does the course end? 9:00PM

  When does the course run? Tuesdays

  How much does the course cost? Tuition fee £2,583 Exam fee £0 Certification fee £0 Materials fee £56 = Total fee £2,639

  Is this course eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan? Yes

  Are concessions available? If you are 19-23 or receiving benefits, please refer to our Fee Concessions Information.

  Examining Body City and Guilds

  Is an interview required? No

• What is the course about and how might it benefit me?

  Units you will be studying on your course will include:

  • Bread and Dough Products
  • Cakes, Sponges, Biscuits and Scones
  • Pastry Products
  • Chocolate Products
  • Hot Desserts
  • Cold Desserts
  • Sauces, Fillings and Coatings
  • Development of Recipes
  • Health, Hygiene and Safety

• What qualification or experience do I need to start the course?

  You do not need to have previous qualifications for this course but you do need an enthusiasm to learn to cook . You will be taught in our commercial kitchen. 80% of the course is practical. 20% of the course is theory.

• How will I be assessed?

  80% of the course is practical. That means it is taught in a commercial kitchen. You will be assessed on your practical skills as observed by the chef teacher, there is no written work required to support these assessments.

  20% of the course is theory. You will be provided with learning packs, online materials and tutor support to cover the theory section of the course. This is tested through multiple choice computer based testing. You attempt these tests when you feel ready and you can do them as many times as you wish. To help you with the theory side of the course we have developed a website with learning materials and practice tests to support your study.

  The teacher will record your progress and provide informal, regular feedback throughout the course. At the end of your programme you will asked to self-assess your own progress and achievement against the expected achievements as outlined above.

  At the end of every session, the teacher will assist you in completing your course file. This is a record of what you have achieved in each session and a record of any practical assessments completed. Every Friday evening we collate the results of all our students and publish these on our course website for you to check at home.

• What qualification will I get?

  Diploma in Patisserie and Confectionery NVQ3.

• What can the course lead to?

  With an NVQ3, and suitable experience, you might move on to such jobs as pastry chef in a hotel or restaurant. Opportunities will be available in all areas of the catering industry. You could also use this qualification as entry to university to study such degrees as Hospitality Management and Event Management.

• How do I join the course?

  To apply, please complete and submit the Adult Courses Application Form. We will then contact you to arrange an interview. Click here to make an enquiry.