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3 weeks
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Are you a passionate baker looking to take your skills to the next level? Or perhaps you're a creative individual seeking a new hobby that allows you to express your artistic flair. Either way, our Baking and cake decorating course has something for everyone.
From the amateur baker to the seasoned professional, we have everything you need to whip up a storm in the kitchen. From learning about the ingredients and bakeware to beautiful cake decorating ideas and techniques, we have it all. Our course is developed in a way to help you create stunning, professional-looking cakes without breaking a sweat; not that you are allowed to, in a kitchen with proper hygiene! And guess what, our course covers the Health, Safety and Food Hygiene topics as well, to make sure we've not left any stone unturned.
But it's not just about the finished product - the journey of baking and decorating a cake can be just as rewarding. That's why our course offers a range of lessons, led by an experienced instructor, to help you hone your skills and learn new techniques.
So why wait? Start your baking and cake decorating journey today with our Baking & Cake Decorating course. Your taste buds (and Instagram followers) will thank you!
Key Topics To Be Covered:
The fundamental principles of baking
Tips and techniques for successful cake baking, including how to prepare and line cake tins, how to create a smooth and even finish on your cakes, and how to troubleshoot common baking problems
An introduction to a range of cake decorating tools and equipment
Techniques for creating a variety of decorative finishes on cakes
Ideas and inspiration for creating themed cakes, including birthdays, weddings, and special occasions
A focus on food safety and hygiene in the kitchen, including how to store and handle ingredients correctly
Business opportunities to put your newfound skills into practice by creating your own show-stopping cake masterpiece!
Meet the Accreditation
The CPD Certification Service (CPD UK) assures the Baking & Cake Decorating Online Diploma Course course training and learning activities are relevant, reliable, and upto date.
Meet the Endorsement
The Quality Licence Scheme has been designed specifically to acknowledge high-quality courses. This course materials are endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) with Level 5 Diploma.
This ensures the deep research and quality resource allocation behind the development phase of this course. In addition, the QLS certificate enriches your CV.
Key Highlights
The Quality Licence Scheme ensures that the course you enrolled in, Baking & Cake Decorating, is of the highest quality.
It helps you to get recognised by employers easily.
The endorsed certificate of Baking & Cake Decorating course will make you stand out from the crowd when applying for jobs during this pandemic.
The Certificate of Achievement Endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme has helped thousands of people reach their professional goals and get better jobs.
Key Benefits
Eligibility for a The CPD Certification Service (CPD UK)- certified certificate on successful completion of Baking & Cake Decorating Course
Learning materials of the course contain engaging voiceover and visual elements for your comfort
Freedom to study at your own pace
24/7 access to the Baking & Cake Decorating course materials for 12 months
Full Tutor support on weekdays (Monday - Friday)
Course Curriculum:
Module 01: Basic Concepts - This module covers the basic concepts of baking, including an introduction to different types of flour, leavening agents, and other ingredients.
Module 02: Basic Ingredients of Baking - It focuses on the various ingredients used in baking, including flour, sugar, eggs, and butter.
Module 03: Glossary and Equipment Used in Baking - This module provides an overview of the various tools and equipment used in baking, including ovens, mixing bowls, and baking tins.
Module 04: Types of Cakes - This covers the different types of cakes, including layer cakes, bundt cakes, and cupcakes.
Module 05: Baking the Cake - This module guides you through the process of baking a cake, including how to prepare and line cake tins, how to create a smooth and even finish on your cakes, and how to troubleshoot common baking problems.
Module 06: Baking Principles - It covers the fundamental principles of baking, including the role of different ingredients and how they affect the final product.
Module 07: Cake Decorating Recipes - This module provides a range of cake decorating recipes, including frostings, icings, and glazes.
Module 08: Cake Decorating Ideas - This module offers inspiration and ideas for decorating cakes, including themes for birthdays, weddings, and other special occasions.
Module 09: Frosting and Icing - You'll learn different techniques for frosting and icing cakes, including how to create a smooth finish and how to use different nozzles and tips from this module.
Module 10: Working with Different Pastes - This module focuses on working with different pastes, including marzipan, gum paste, and fondant.
Module 11: Working with Glazes - We'll teach you the techniques for working with glazes, including how to create a smooth finish and how to add decorative details.
Module 12: How to Stack a Cake - This module provides tips and techniques for stacking cakes, including how to create a stable base and how to use dowels and support rods.
Module 13: Piping and Writing - This module covers techniques for piping and writing on cakes, including how to use different nozzles and tips and how to create different effects.
Module 14: Health, Safety and Food Hygiene - This particular module focuses on food safety and hygiene in the kitchen, including how to store and handle ingredients correctly.
Module 15: Troubleshooting - This covers common problems that can occur during the baking and decorating process, and provides solutions for troubleshooting them.
Module 16: Cake Decorating Business - This module will show you the ropes of starting a cake decorating business, including how to market your services and how to price your cakes.
Course Assessment
You will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test upon completing an online module. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.
Certificate of Achievement
QLS Endorsed Certificate
After completing this course, learners will get an endorsed certificate by paying -
Within the UK: £109
International: £109 + £10 (postal charge) = £119
Accredited Certificate
After successfully completing this course, you will qualify for the CPD Certification Service (CPD UK) certified certificate from One Education.
Certification is available in both PDF & hardcopy format, which can be received by paying -
PDF Certificate: £9
Hardcopy Certificate (within the UK): £15
Hardcopy Certificate (international): £15 + £10 (postal charge) = £25
150 CPD hours / points Accredited by The CPD Certification Service
Individuals with an interest in baking and cake decorating, regardless of their skill level
Beginner bakers looking to learn the fundamental principles and techniques of baking
Experienced bakers looking to improve their skills and learn new techniques
Those who are interested in starting their own cake decorating business
Anyone with a passion for baking and cake decorating
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, with enrollment open to anyone!
Upon completing the Baking and Cake decorating course, you may choose to pursue a number of different career paths, including:
Baker or pastry chef
Cake decorator
Food blogger or food writer
Home baker
Food stylist or food photographer
With a team of industry professionals producing and delivering our course content, you can be sure the skills and knowledge you learn apply to your career aspirations in manag...