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Overview
This is a vocational course which will increase your knowledge of the bakery industry, itis ideal for any student who already has foundation skills, knowledge and experience of baking, either in the home or in the workplace. The course contains three SQA Units - Post Baking Processes, Prepare and Produce Dough Products and Measuring & Mixing. These units will develop a range of skills and give you an opportunity to prepare, bake and finish a wide range of cakes, pastries, breads and doughs. Each unit is delivered over a twelve week period.
All units are delivered at SCQF Level 5 and have theoretical and practical components. Lessons are delivered in purpose-built accommodation, therefore appropriate clothing must be worn. Additionally, students will need to buy specialist equipment for use on the course.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 5.
Your course is delivered by enthusiastic qualified lecturers who have extensive industrial experience and the course is structured to include a significant practical 'hands-on' element as well as associated theory information.
Minimum entry requirements
- SCQF Level 4 in Numeracy & Communication OR
- Qualification in Food, Bakery or Cake Decoration at SCQF Level 4 or equivalent.
Additional selection requirements
- You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area
What you study
You will cover three SQA units within the course
- Measuring and Mixing
- Prepare and Produce Dough Products
- Post Baking Processes
After the course
This course will help you in finding employment within the bakery industry or further enhance your skills to start a small business.
How the course is taught
Practical lessons are delivered in our state of the art bakeries, you will also benefit from engaging with our Virtual Learning Environment ; Canvas where you will be able to access your course work, job opportunities and much more.
Materials
Bakery Uniform consisting of
- Bakers unisex top
- Bakers unisex trousers
- Bakers Apron
- Bakers Cap & Hairnet
- Plastic Scraper, Pallet Knife.
Dress code
As above and including flat shoes eg safety shoes. Trainers, deck shoes.
No open toe/open heel/high heel shoes.
No Jewellery except a plain wedding band.
Long hair should be tied back and secured under a hair net & hat as above.
No acrylic nails, false nails or nail varnish.