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- TAFE Statement in Patisserie Intensive
OverviewAbout this course
Across five-days you’ll learn from an exceptional Patissier in a commercial kitchen at the Australian Patisserie Academy. This course is perfect for serious food enthusiasts. Gain essential patisserie skills in traditional processes and techniques as you master the art of presentation to enhance the dining experience.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
During this course you'll learn to:
Hand-temper chocolate decorations and garnishes
Create smooth Italian meringue macarons by styling, piping, colouring and flavouring
Work with vegan pâte sucrée, pâte sable crumble and a variety of fillings to create tarts and tartlets
Work with variety of entremet elements including, jaconde sponge, vanilla bean mousse, almond praline and vanilla crème brulee
Course outcomes
You'll leave this course with:
A Certification of Attendance
A macaron tower, tarts and tartlets and a detailed recipe book to take home with you
The ability to make a variety of stylised desserts with exceptional presentation
A potential pathway to further study at the Australian Patisserie Academy
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Professional Development
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Personal Interest
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this course.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
Appropriate clothing for working in a commercial kitchen, including long pants, a cotton shirt with sleeves and fully closed-in, flat, non-slip shoes.
Basic levels of mobility and physical fitness to move around a kitchen
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysWhere can this course take you?
Study options
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
Patisserie Intensive800-001310A
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