Sweet Cakes and Bakes
This is an 8-week introductory course to introduce the learners to a variety of baking skills. The course will provide basic skills to support a learner in starting on their baking journey and strengthen learning for those with lower-level knowledge.
The course will introduce learners to basic skills working with cake based products, biscuits, traybakes and afternoon tea treats, producing goods to a saleable finish.
– You will gain knowledge of good hygiene practices and how to implement these in the classroom.
– The selection, storage and care of tools and equipment and storage or materials and ingredients will be discussed during practical sessions.
The course will introduce learners to basic skills working with cake based products, biscuits, traybakes and afternoon tea treats, producing goods to a saleable finish.
– You will gain knowledge of good hygiene practices and how to implement these in the classroom.
– The selection, storage and care of tools and equipment and storage or materials and ingredients will be discussed during practical sessions.
Course Information
Course Type:
Adult
Study Mode:
Qualification:
Other
Location:
Brownlow Fold Community Learning Centre
Course Code:
CA355-CLPC
Course Length:
8
Start Date:
08/05/2026
Subject Area:
SERVICE INDUSTRIES
Overview
This is an 8-week introductory course to introduce the learners to a variety of baking skills. The course will provide basic skills to support a learner in starting on their baking journey and strengthen learning for those with lower-level knowledge.
The course will introduce learners to basic skills working with cake based products, biscuits, traybakes and afternoon tea treats, producing goods to a saleable finish.
- You will gain knowledge of good hygiene practices and how to implement these in the classroom.
- The selection, storage and care of tools and equipment and storage or materials and ingredients will be discussed during practical sessions.
The course will introduce learners to basic skills working with cake based products, biscuits, traybakes and afternoon tea treats, producing goods to a saleable finish.
- You will gain knowledge of good hygiene practices and how to implement these in the classroom.
- The selection, storage and care of tools and equipment and storage or materials and ingredients will be discussed during practical sessions.
Group Times
- Friday : 09:30 - 12:30
Fees
Tuition Fee: £90.00
Courses fees are subject to change.
Courses fees are subject to change.
What You'll Learn
Through 8 sessions you will gain knowledge on how to produce a variety of baked goods including cake based products, biscuits, traybakes and afternoon tea treats.
How Will I Be Assessed?
There is no formal assessment on this course. You will receive feedback support and guidance from your tutor. Your learning will be supported through practical activities, discussions, paired/individual and group tasks and worksheets.
I'm Interested, What Next?
Use the yellow 'enrol' button to request to join this course.
Please note: if you enrol without meeting the course entry requirements your place may be cancelled and a refund provided.
Please note: if you enrol without meeting the course entry requirements your place may be cancelled and a refund provided.
Future Opportunities
Learners successfully completing this short course to a good standard may enrol on other Catering & Hospitality courses or the Food Safety Award Level 2 Course.
Other courses available to support your learning:
- Free English and maths courses for those who have not yet attained a grade at C at GCSE (grade 4 equivalent)
- Free digital literacy courses for beginners in computing and tablets
- Free positive steps to wellbeing courses to support improved mental wellbeing, health and confidence
- A range of employability skills courses
Information, advice and guidance is available at all Bolton College centres. Our Adult Community Learning Job Coach is available to support learners who are seeking employment.
Other courses available to support your learning:
- Free English and maths courses for those who have not yet attained a grade at C at GCSE (grade 4 equivalent)
- Free digital literacy courses for beginners in computing and tablets
- Free positive steps to wellbeing courses to support improved mental wellbeing, health and confidence
- A range of employability skills courses
Information, advice and guidance is available at all Bolton College centres. Our Adult Community Learning Job Coach is available to support learners who are seeking employment.
Who Can I Speak To?
The Department Administrator is Sarah Lewis Tel: 01204 482 333
Or email: catering.travel@boltoncc.ac.uk
Or you contact Brownlow Fold Community Learning Centre on: 01204 482 900
Anything Else I Need to Know?
- Learners are expected to provide their own materials and equipment.
- Learners will be given a list at the start of the course.
- As it is intended that the items produced on the course are for eating, learners are expected to wear an apron, have appropriate flat, closed footwear and have long hair tied back.
- A ring binder folder to keep your work organised is essential.
- Learners will be given a list at the start of the course.
- As it is intended that the items produced on the course are for eating, learners are expected to wear an apron, have appropriate flat, closed footwear and have long hair tied back.
- A ring binder folder to keep your work organised is essential.
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