Course Catalogue

Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:

• Artisan baker
• Baker
• Bread baker
• Chef patisserie
• Pastry cook
• Pastry chef
• Pastry sous chef

This course is for apprentices who have a Training Agreement (Apprenticeship) with an employer.  

There are no entry requirements for students in this qualification, although a basic level of Math and English is required.  

A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

This course is also for international students for which English may be a second language; therefore, the learner may require additional support in this area. For International students, a minimum IELTS 5.5 score is required. 

Students are encouraged to seek employment in the baking industry to assist with skill development of their practical skills in a real-world environment. 

Required Resources
Resources are supplied to the learners as required including resource books, recipes and learning and assessment materials, and ingredients. Incidental fees and costs include: 

Uniform
A complete, clean laundered and ironed uniform, and correct footwear must be worn at all times while attending class. Uniform requirements:   

• 2 x Bakers Beret
• 2 x White Bib Apron
• 1 x Closed in Work Footwear
• 2 x White Bakers Long Pants
• 2 x White Bakes Shirt or Polo Shirt

Tools of Trade
Students will be required to bring their own tools of trade to use in the Bakery during practical lessons.  
Below is an indication of equipment needed but the sizes of knives and pallet knives do not need to be  
exact:  

• Crank Handled Pallet Knife 25 cm
• Piping Nozzle - Star Tube Set
• Piping Nozzle - Plain Tube Set
• Pocket Thermometer LCD
• Plastic Dough Scrapers x3
• Piano Whisk 30 cm
• Pastry Brush
• Aluminium Ingredient Scoop 200ml x2
• Kitchen Scissors
• Pizza Cutter Wheel
• Cooks Knife 19 - 25 cm
• Serrated Edge Cake Knife 25 cm
• Paring Knife (straight blade)
• Paring Knife (serrated blade)
• Vegetable Peeler
• Electronic Timer
• Standard Calculator
• Toolbox (sufficient to fit in a locker)
• Padlock for toolbox

As part of the application process, it is important that you meet the minimum academic entry requirements. If you have any questions, please email the International team: international@cdu.edu.au. We look forward to helping you through the process of applying to study with us at CDU.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all VET International applicants must satisfy the University's English language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.