Australian Professional Skills Institute
Certificate III in Patisserie
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Certificate III in Patisserie is designed to equip students with a broad spectrum of theoretical knowledge and practical patissier preparation and presentation techniques to become a pastry chef. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to use a wide range of well-developed patisserie skills and sound knowledge of kitchen operations to produce patisserie products.
Students will have the opportunity to practise patisserie skills in the pastry kitchen of a fully operational commercial kitchen. Our qualified Patisserie trainers will teach students to master a wide range of fine patisserie skills through hands-on practical work.
The course includes an industry work placement which provides students with the necessary on-the-job experience in a pastry kitchen or within a patisserie business or with a bakery.
Delivery mode
Australian Professional Skills Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Minimum 18 years of age (for international students only)
Completion of Year 11 or high school or equivalent
Have a passion to work in the kitchen or hospitality industry
Have a minimum English proficiency of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
This course is not suitable for persons unable to handle sugar or dairy products.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Patisserie will prepare you for the following roles.
Pastry Chef
A Pastry Chef prepares food items such as cakes, pastries, biscuits, tarts and buns. You might work for a restaurant or café or for a specialist ba...
Patissier
A Patissier is a chef who specialises in sweet treats such as cakes, tarts, pastries, biscuits and desserts. You might decorate cakes or other item...
Bakery Assistant
A Bakery Assistant performs a range of tasks in the kitchen of a bakery or bakery department. You might ensure ingredients and equipment are ready...
Chef
A Chef organises and prepares food items in a commercial kitchen. You might work in a high end restaurant, a small café or for a catering company....
Demi Chef
A Demi Chef performs a range of tasks in commercial kitchens from preparing food to ordering supplies. You’ll work alongside chefs and other kitche...
Cook
A Cook prepares food for customers and guests at a restaurant, café or catering venue. You might also work in a residential facility such as an age...
Commis Chef
A Commis Chef works in a specialty section of food preparation in a commercial kitchen. You’ll performs a range of tasks to assist other chefs in t...
Executive Chef
An Executive Chef oversees operations in a commercial kitchen. You might supervise other kitchen staff and ensure food is prepared safely and to a...
Pizza Chef
A Pizza Chef specialises in the production of pizzas and similar items at a restaurant or eatery. You’ll prepare dough, sauces and toppings and coo...
Breakfast Chef
A Breakfast Chef prepares breakfast service in a restaurant, café, hotel or eatery. You’ll prepare ingredients and cook a range of breakfast dishes...
Assistant Baker
An Assistant Baker assists with the preparation of bread and pastry items in a bakery, café or restaurant. You’ll work under the guidance of a qual...
About Australian Professional Skills Institute
Australian Professional Skills Institute (APSI) is a modern, dynamic education institution based in Perth, Western Australia. APSI specialises in commercial cookery, hospitality, healthcare / community services and business management skills training.
