Part Time Course code 2378

Intended for patissiers, pastry cooks and others responsible for preparing sweets in baking or catering outlets. Also an ideal starting point for anyone who enjoys baking and wishes to develop their skills and knowledge to a high standard.

Available dates

9 September 2025
- Start date
  9 September 2025
- Time
  18:00 - 21:30
- Days
  Tuesday
- Duration
  33 weeks
- Campus
  Watford Campus
- Fees
  £300
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Entry Criteria

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
What will I study?

The qualification aims to introduce the candidate to the basic principles, skills and techniques required by pastry cooks and patissiers. It also provides the candidate with the working knowledge and skills required to produce basic items and dishes relevant to the pastry section of a kitchen.

The course will cover different units - including:

• Hot sweets
• Cold sweets
• Fermented goods
• Pastes
• Confectionery items - and the theory to support these.
Future Prospects

Successful students can progress on to the Level 3 course or join the industry in a junior position. The course opens up a host of career opportunities. For more information visit the National Careers Service

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A PATH TO PURPOSE

Hear from former student Alice, who transitioned from a career in Performing Arts to become a qualified highly-sought after baker, and discovered her path to purpose with a part-time course at West Herts College.

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