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Unit 14/151-159 Princes Hwy, Hallam VIC 3803
Delivery Method Face-to-Face (Practical Kitchen) &
Virtual Online (Theory Class)
Duration 60 Weeks
72 Hours of Work Placement
Excluding Holidays
Employment Outcome Chef De Partie,
Chef Patissier
This qualification reflects the role of pastry chefs who have a supervisory or team-leading role in the kitchen. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems.
~This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when It becomes available.
All students must be over 18 years of age when commencing the course. Learners enrolling in the SIT40721 Certificate IV in Patisserie would be expected to have minimum LLN skills that align to Level 3 of the ACSF in order for them to successfully undertake the qualification. Learners with LLN skills at lower levels than those suggested will require additional support to successfully undertake the qualification.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 32 units.
To meet the requirements of the Building Authority, 3 electives have been selected. All the units have been divided into six topics.
| Code | Title | Pre-requisite |
| Core Units | ||
| BSBTWK501 | Lead diversity and inclusion | Nil |
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHCCC034* | Work effectively in a commercial kitchen | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHCCC027 | ||
| SITHCCC042 | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHCCC027 | ||
| SITHKOP013* | Plan cooking operations | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT011 | Produce cakes | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT012 | Produce specialised cakes | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT013 | Produce pastries | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT014 | Produce yeast-based bakery products | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT015 | Produce petits fours | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT016 | Produce desserts | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT017 | Prepare and model marzipan | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT018 | Produce chocolate confectionery | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT019 | Model sugar-based decorations | SITXFSA005 |
| SITHPAT020 | Design and produce sweet showpieces | SITXFSA005 |
| SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | Nil |
| SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | Nil |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | Nil |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | Nil |
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills | Nil |
| SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | Nil |
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | Nil |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store, and maintain stock | SITXFSA005 |
| SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | Nil |
| SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | Nil |
| Elective Units | ||
| BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices | Nil |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices | Nil |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment | SITXFSA005 |
| SITXFSA007 | Transport and store food | SITXFSA005 |
| SITXFSA006 | ||
| SITXFSA008 | Develop and implement a food safety program | SITXFSA005 |
| SITXFSA006 | ||
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | Nil |
*WP - Work Placement
Face-to-Face/Virtual classroom based training sessions weekly to develop the theoretical local knowledge required, and Face-to-Face practical training weekly in a kitchen.
It is expected that students will need to set aside 8 hours per week for self-study and assessment work. There is also a requirement for students to complete 72 hours of work placement in a commercial kitchen.
Each student is responsible for finding work placement.
Your trainer will facilitate a range of training experiences including:
Amount to be paid by the student = $0
This Training is delivered with Victorian Government Funding for eligible students.
*Check if you are eligible for government funding.
www.skills.vic.gov.au/s/how-to-check-your-eligibility
From 1 January 2023, you need to meet these requirements to be eligible for Skills First subsidised training:
You must be:
You must be physically present in Victoria while participating in training and assessment.
Skills First funding is limited to:
Find out more about Skills First.
What are my options if I am not eligible?
Find out about government assistance to help you study.
If you are an asylum seeker, you may be eligible for the Asylum seeker VET program.
Tuition Fee $13,962 (Including Material Fee)
Flexible payment plans available
If you want to enrol in any course with BCTA, simply give us a call on 1300 11 2282 or fill out the enquiry form.
A BCTA representative will discuss your needs with you and conduct a pre-enrolment interview to:
Given the holistic nature of this program in both the delivery and assessment, it is important to note that
you can only enter the program at the scheduled commencement, or at the commencement of the new unit.
If you are not provided with a timetable upon confirmation of your enrolment or need more
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We strive everyday to provide our students with current best practices, training simulated to provide industry conditions in order to develop their skills and knowledge. BCTA’s exclusive training materials and delivery methods will assist them in achieving the qualifications required as they journey along their chosen career path.
We strive everyday to provide our students with current best practices, training simulated to provide industry conditions in order to develop their skills and knowledge. CTA’s exclusive training materials and delivery methods will assist them in achieving the qualifications required as they journey along their chosen career path.
