Overview About this course
If you want to create beautifully decorated cakes for any occasion, this short course is the perfect place to start. Learn to use icing, frosting and ganache, develop piping, writing and filigree skills, and make basic flowers and other decorations.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
During this course you'll learn to:
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Use icing, frosting and ganache decorating techniques
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Develop piping skills including writing and filigree
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Make basic flowers and icing decorations
Course outcomes
You'll leave this course with:
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A Certificate of Attendance
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Techniques and knowledge to decorate a cake at home to professional standards
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The confidence to decorate a cake for personal parties
Suitability Is 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
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There are no entry requirements for this course.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
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Non-slip shoes, long pants and a t-shirt, polo shirt or long-sleeve shirt
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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.
Pathways Where 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.
Units Units 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.
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TAFE NSW Services Facilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
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TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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TAFE NSW Libraries
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Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
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