LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Use fundamental cookery skills to produce pastries and desserts
- Communicate with, coordinate and lead teams at a supervisory level
- Adhere to and apply food safety standards
- Use environmentally sustainable work practices
GAIN PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
Build your experience and get practical skills in:
- Creating chocolate confectionary and bonbons
- Displaying sugar showpieces
- Crafting sugar-based confectionery and marzipan modelling
- Preparing a wide range of gateaux, tortes, pastries and petit fours
DEVELOP YOUR PROFESSIONAL CONFIDENCE
Develop the qualities you need to get ahead in this industry:
- A collaborative teamwork spirit
- Effective communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Resilience to work in high-pressure environments
- The desire to be a leader in a busy kitchen
CAREER PATHWAYS
This qualification could help you prepare for roles like:
- Patisserie Business Owner
- Patisserie Chef at a café
- Patisserie Production
- Chef Patissier
- Pastry Chef/Executive Pastry Chef in the hospitality industry or catering business
INTERNATIONAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledgeand skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
- Year 10 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
Location Requirements:
- Only TAFE NSW Ryde offers packages of CIV in Patisserie with Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management with direct credits.
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you require may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- The ability to be an early riser to enjoy a professional career as a pastry chef
- Comfort in working with numbers
- An interest in leading and working with others
- A passion for cooking and being creative with food
- The ability to work under pressure
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
STARTING DATES, COURSE FEES AND LOCATIONS
From mountains to oceans, from cities to country towns, international students can choose from a range of courses offered at multiple campus locations across the state. Experience our vibrant spaces such as libraries, cafes and gyms as well as places you can network and socialise.
Learn more about TAFE NSW study locations
| Locations | Starting Dates | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ryde | Feb , Jul | A$21,370 |
| Locations | Starting Dates | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ryde | Feb , Jul | A$21,370 |
ADDITIONAL COSTS
Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from A$300 - $1,000 per course.
CAMPUS FACILITIES AND SUPPORT
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the resources, counselling and facilities to support you while you are studying.
We offer a range of support services including:
- TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
- TAFE NSW Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) support
- TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling, and Pathways Service
- Smarthinking – online access to a tutor
- LinkedIn Learning – an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
COURSE STRUCTURE AND UNITS
To receive this course students must complete all core units and a range of Additional units.
Note: Additional units may vary between each semester and campus, and will depend on a number of considerations including the packaging rules for the qualification and demand for the unit at that location. TAFE NSW does not guarantee that speciality units listed will be offered at each location and semester. You will receive your timetable from the teaching section on commencement and speciality units offered will be provided at that time.
- Packaging Rules 32 units must be completed:
- 26 core units
- 6 elective units, consisting of:3 units from Group A or Group B below
- 3 units from the electives listed below or from any current endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
- All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
- Core Units
- BSBTWK501 - Lead diversity and inclusion
- SITHCCC023 - Use food preparation equipment
- SITHCCC027 - Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
- SITHCCC034 - Work effectively in a commercial kitchen
- SITHCCC042 - Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
- SITHKOP013 - Plan cooking operations
- SITHPAT011 - Produce cakes
- SITHPAT012 - Produce specialised cakes
- SITHPAT013 - Produce pastries
- SITHPAT014 - Produce yeast-based bakery products
- SITHPAT015 - Produce petits fours
- SITHPAT016 - Produce desserts
- SITHPAT017 - Prepare and model marzipan
- SITHPAT018 - Produce chocolate confectionery
- SITHPAT019 - Model sugar-based decorations
- SITHPAT020 - Design and produce sweet showpieces
- SITXCOM010 - Manage conflict
- SITXFIN009 - Manage finances within a budget
- SITXFSA005 - Use hygienic practices for food safety
- SITXFSA006 - Participate in safe food handling practices
- SITXHRM007 - Coach others in job skills
- SITXHRM008 - Roster staff
- SITXHRM009 - Lead and manage people
- SITXINV006 - Receive, store and maintain stock
- SITXMGT004 - Monitor work operations
- SITXWHS007 - Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
- SITHKOP010 - Plan and cost recipes
- SITXCOM007 - Show social and cultural sensitivity
- SITHKOP012 - Develop recipes for special dietary requirements
- SITHFAB025 - Prepare and serve espresso coffee
- SITHFAB0024 - Prepare and serve non alcoholic beverages
- SITXCCS014 - Provide service to customers
- SITXFIN008 - Interpret financial information
- FBPRBK3014 - Produce sweet yeast products
- FBPRBK3005 - Produce basic bread products
- SITXFSA007 - Transport and store food
- BSBSUS211 - Participate in sustainable work practices
- HLTAID011 - Provide first aid
- SITXCOM007 - Show social and cultural sensitivity
KEEP LEARNING WITH TAFE NSW
From certificates to diplomas, degrees to study packages, you can take your study further with us.
STUDY PATHWAYS
Build your expertise with a TAFE NSW hospitality study pathway:
- Diploma of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business specialising in Hospitality and Hotel Management
At TAFE NSW Ryde:
- If you apply for a package of Certificate IV Patisserie (1 year) and Diploma of Hospitality Management then you will receive 6 months credit towards the Diploma, hence the Diploma duration will be reduced to 0.5 year. (Package Duration: 1.5 years)
- If you apply for a package of Certificate IV Patisserie (1 year) and Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management then you will receive 6 months credit towards the Advanced Diploma, hence the Diploma duration will be reduced to 1 year. (Package Duration: 2 years)
- If you apply for a package of Certificate IV Patisserie (1 year), Diploma of Hospitality Management and Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management then due to credits the Diploma and Advanced Diploma duration will be reduced to 0.5 years.(Package Duration: 2 years)
- If you apply for a package of Certificate IV Patisserie (1 year), Diploma of Hospitality Management and Bachelor of Business specialising in Hospitality and Hotel Management then due to credits the Diploma duration will be reduced to 0.5 years and the Bachelor degree duration will be reduced to 2 years (Package Duration: 3.5 years)
STUDY PACKAGES
Plan your study around your life with a TAFE NSW study package. Our study packages allow for multiple courses to be packaged together that can lead you to a TAFE NSW or an Australian University Bachelor Degree with credits. This gives you a one stop shop by completing your applications for the whole package through TAFE NSW allowing you to apply for one student Visa for the full duration of the package.
TAFE NSW allows for two or more courses to be packaged together, either to meet the prerequisite requirements for a course or to plan your studies around your career goals. You can submit a single TAFE NSW application form and will be able to apply for one Student Visa for the full duration of the package.
TAFE NSW allows for two or more courses to be packaged together leading to a TAFE NSW Bachelor Degree, either to meet the prerequisite requirements for a course or to plan your studies around your career goals. You can submit a single TAFE NSW application form and will be able to apply for one Student Visa for the full duration of the package.