Program Overview

FBP20221 Certificate II in Baking

The FBP20221 Certificate II in Baking is a nationally accredited qualification that describes the skills and knowledge of a baker's assistant working in a commercial baking environment. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory food safety, and work health and safety, regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.

Key Details

• Duration: 1 year (delivered over 6 months)
• Intake: Block 1 - 09/02/2026 to 20/02/2026, Block 2 - 13/04/2026 to 17/04/2026, Block 3 - 11/05/2026 to 15/05/2026, Block 4 - 07/09/2026 to 11/09/2026, Block 5 - 26/10/2026 to 30/10/2026 (subject to change, and a course timetable/study plan will be provided on application for the course, with attendance required Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm)
• Locations: Palmerston
• Entry Requirements: No entry requirements, although students will be encouraged to seek employment or work experience in a commercial bakery to expand on their learning. A basic level of maths and English is required. All applicants will need to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation to identify any areas where additional support may be needed.
• Fees:
  • NT Government supported: $2,579.50
  • Full Fee: $12,951.10
• Course Code: FBP20221

Overview

This qualification is designed for individuals who want to work in the baking industry. It covers the skills and knowledge required to work as a baker's assistant in a commercial baking environment.

Career Opportunities

Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:

• Bakery production assistant
• Baker's assistant

Credit Transfers and Advanced Standing

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for this qualification. RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work, or life experience. Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrolment form at the time of enrolment.

Course Structure

To achieve FBP20221 Certificate II in Baking, a total of eleven (11) units of competency must be completed, comprising seven (7) core and four (4) elective units.

Core Units

1. FBPFSY2002 - Apply food safety procedures
2. FBPOPR2069 - Use numerical applications in the workplace
3. FBPOPR2071 - Provide and apply workplace information
4. FBPRBK2002 - Use food preparation equipment to prepare fillings
5. FBPRBK2005 - Maintain ingredient stores
6. FBPRBK3005 - Produce basic bread products
7. FBPWHS2001 - Participate in work health and safety processes

Elective Units

• 1 from the listed units in Group A
• 2 from the remaining listed units in Group A, or units listed in Group B
• 1 from the remaining listed units in Group A, or units listed in Group B, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course is packaged at a Certificate II or III level.

Pathways

Further training pathways from this qualification include but are not limited to FBP30521 Certificate III in Baking, FBP30321 Certificate III in Cake and Pastry, and FBP30421 Certificate III in Bread Baking.

Fees and Payment

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, installment plans, and refunds, contact CDU.

Accreditation

This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the FBP Food, Beverage, and Pharmaceutical Training Package.

Location and Study Mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources. The course is available at Palmerston, with a study mode of on-campus.

Additional Information

Sector: TAFE Industry groups: FOOD PROCESSING Occupation types: Pastrycook'S Assistant Area of study: Culinary Arts and Hospitality

Entry Requirements

Admission criteria: A Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals. There are no entry requirements for this qualification, although students will be encouraged to seek employment or work experience in a commercial bakery to expand on their learning. A basic level of maths and English is required.

Required Resources

Students are issued with the required learning and assessment materials for each unit. Incidental fees and costs include a uniform, which must be worn at all times while attending class. The uniform consists of:

• 2 x Bakers Beret
• 2 x White Bib Apron
• 1 x Closed-in Work Footwear
• 2 x White Bakers Long Pants
• 2 x White Bakers Shirt or Polo Shirt

Why Study at CDU?

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