The Certificate in General Patisserie and Confectionary Level 3 is a mixture of theory and practical lessons preparing, cooking and finishing a range of desserts.
The course runs for 8 hours a week over 34 weeks.
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Sector Overview
The Hospitality and Tourism Sector is a key pillar of the UK's broader economic and social success and employs approximately 3 million people.
There were 146,000 job vacancies across the Hospitality Sector in the months leading to January 2023 meaning that this is a sector ready for skilled fresh talent to take advantage of the opportunities available.
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Entry Requirements
The entry requirements for this course are:
- Patisserie and Confectionary Level 2
- Interview and assessment
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What will I study?
This course consists of the following modules:
- Produce dough and batter products
- Produce petits fours
- Produce paste products
- Produce hot, cold and frozen desserts
- Produce biscuits, cakes and sponges
- Produce display pieces and decorative Items
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How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed via:
- Practical craft assessments
- Theoretical written question papers
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Enrichment
Our Student Common Room is a great place to unwind and relax during your breaks. It features pool tables, table tennis, a gaming corner and lots of comfy sofas so you can refresh before your next lesson.
Themed events are held in the Common Room so you can get the best experience of being a Waltham Forest College student.
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Work Experience
You will be offered opportunities to actively engage and take part in experiential events to improve your personal development.
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Progression opportunities
This course will lead to:
- Professional Cookery Level 3
- University degree
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Alumni
Waltham Forest College is a vibrant and aspirational college and will support you to reach your career aspirations. Last year 96% of learners progressed onto a positive destination either to higher levels of study, employment, or an Apprenticeship.
