Certificate III in Hospitality
(Patisserie)
| Course Code: | SIT31107 |
| Department: | Hospitality, Tourism & Events |
| Study Area(s): | Hospitality |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (1 year) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| Mid-year Entry: | This course accepts mid-year applications. |
Need more information?
Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233)
or +613 9279 2222
Email us at enquiries@kangan.edu.au
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Course overview
This course is designed for those who wish to gain the skills and knowledge to be competent as a cook who specialises in patisserie, working as a pastry cook.
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SITHCCC001A | Organise and Prepare Food | 20 |
| SITHCCC002A | Present Food | 6 |
| SITHCCC003A | Receive and Store Kitchen Supplies | 10 |
| SITHCCC004A | Clean and Maintain Kitchen Premises | 10 |
| SITHCCC005A | Use Basic Methods of Cookery | 45 |
| SITHCCC013A | Prepare Hot and Cold Desserts | 50 |
| SITHIND001A | Develop and Update Hospitality Industry Knowledge | 25 |
| SITHPAT001A | Prepare and Produce Pastries | 24 |
| SITHPAT002A | Prepare and Produce Cakes | 24 |
| SITHPAT003A | Prepare and Produce Yeast Goods | 42 |
| SITXCOM001A | Work With Colleagues and Customers | 25 |
| SITXCOM002A | Work in a Socially Diverse Environment | 20 |
| SITXCOM003A | Deal With Conflict Situations | 20 |
| SITXFSA001A | Implement Food Safety Procedures | 40 |
| SITXHRM001A | Coach Others in Job Skills | 20 |
| SITXOHS001A | Follow Health, Safety and Security Procedures | 10 |
| SITXOHS002A | Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures | 15 |
| Total hours: | 406 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SITHCCC028A | Prepare, Cook and Serve Food For Menus | 80 |
| SITHPAT004A | Prepare Bakery Products For Patisseries | 42 |
| SITHPAT005A | Prepare and Present Gateaux, Torten and Cakes | 60 |
| SITHPAT007A | Prepare and Display Petits Fours | 30 |
| SITXCCS002A | Provide Quality Customer Service | 40 |
| SITXINV001A | Receive and Store Stock | 10 |
| SITXINV002A | Control and Order Stock | 25 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222. Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and specialised materials.
However the department will subsidise the cost of electronic material that needs to be purchased
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead to employment in hotels, catering operations, clubs, cafes and bakeries as specialised pastry cook.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in the preparation of pastry products, desserts, cakes, gateaux, petit fours and yeast goods, along with required basic food preparations skills
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate III in Hospitality (Patisserie). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
This course will lead to higher level studies at AQF level 4 and above. Credit transfers may be available into Certificate IV in Hospitality, Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma of Hospitality.
Refer to Cookery Pathways on the website.
Can I apply?
There are no set prerequisites for this course. However it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course.
OR
You may apply if you have satisfactorily completed VCE or an approved equivalent course and the satisfactory completion of the work requirements (eligibility to transfer); or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course. (Mature age is anyone over the age of 18 who has been out of full-time education for more than 12 months.)
How do I apply?
If you wish to apply for this course, you must obtain an application form from the Institute. Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. This course has a mid-year intake.
Interviews are conducted regularly, please contact the department on Tel: 92792285 for rolling enrolments
How will I be selected for this course?
All applicants will need to attend an information session on Broadmeadows campus
Interviews are conducted regularly, please contact the department on Tel: 92792285 for rolling enrolments
How long is the course?
The course runs over a period of 12 months
Classes are generally set between the hours of 8.30-5.30pm and will be for 4 days per week (Monday-Friday)
Classes for 2012 commence on 8th February with an Orientation Day for all new students, at 10am in D-118 Richards Restaurant. You do not have to bring anything with you. Time tables and all the necessary info will be provided to you on this day.
Where and how can I study?
You will study at the Broadmeadows campus.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
For the non-apprentice program you may be required to attend classes until 10.00pm due to the operation hours of our training facility.
This course has a mid-year entry.
What will I study?
Refer to module list.
