FBP20221
Certificate II in Baking

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Certificate II in Baking

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Course overview

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Locations

South
Drysdale Hobart

North West
Devonport

Attendance options

Full-time
Part-time

Study type

Apprentices/Trainees
Mixed Learning

Tuition Fees

Subsidised $ 1,380.00
Concession* $ 400.00
Commercial $ 7,855.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Do you enjoy baking? Why not get started on your career as a qualified Baker with our 12-week course.

Through both theory and practical work, this short course will give you the skills you need to begin your path to becoming a Baker.

In this course, you’ll learn to make a wide range breads and pastry products. You will gain knowledge of bakery operations.

This course includes the applied maths skills needed to work in the baking industry. It also covers workplace health and safety and food safety. You’ll also learn about general preparation, maintaining stores and communication skills.

On successful completion you will receive your Certificate II in Baking qualification.

Through both theory and practical work, this short course will give you the skills you need to begin your path to becoming a Baker.

In this course, you’ll learn to make a wide range breads and pastry products. You will gain knowledge of bakery operations.

On successful completion you will receive your Certificate II in Baking qualification.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
South
Drysdale Hobart	15 Sep 2025 - 20 Nov 2025	Full-time 4 days per week - Monday to Thursday 9am - 3.30pm	Mixed Learning	Apply now

Entry Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

For this course, you will need:

Students are required to provide their own safety boots
Ruler
Padlock
Pen/pencil
Plastic calculator

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a FBP20221 - Certificate II in Baking.

Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Core units
FBPFSY2002	Apply food safety procedures
FBPOPR2069	Use numerical applications in the workplace
FBPOPR2071	Provide and apply workplace information
FBPRBK2002	Use food preparation equipment to prepare fillings
FBPRBK2005	Maintain ingredient stores
FBPRBK3005	Produce basic bread products
FBPWHS2001	Participate in work health and safety processes

Elective units
FBPPPL2002	Work in a socially diverse environment
FBPRBK3002	Produce non laminated pastry products
FBPRBK3008	Produce sponge cake products
FBPRBK3009	Produce biscuit and cookie products
FBPRBK3014	Produce sweet yeast products
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid
SIRRMER002	Merchandise food products
SIRXPDK001	Advise on products and services
SIRXSLS001	Sell to the retail customer

Information Session

Want to find out more about the Baking Industry?

There are more than 4,500 bakeries in the Australian baking industry, this number includes retail and wholesale bakeries. Baking businesses can be called many things such as Hot Bread Shop, Bakery Café, Take-away Bakery, Pie Shop, Bakery, Wholesale Bakery, and Patisserie.

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Career opportunities

Baker's Assistant
Food Processing Sales Assistant
Bakery Mixer
Bakery Production Assistant

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Information Session

Want to find out more about the Baking Industry?

Find out more

Career opportunities

Baker's Assistant
Food Processing Sales Assistant
Bakery Mixer
Bakery Production Assistant

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At TasTAFE, we understand that everyone's journey is different and sometimes you might need some extra support to achieve your study or career goals.

Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

Our student support services are available for all students, and aim to provide the support you need to make your learning experience just that little bit easier.

Find out more about what support is available

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FBP20221 Certificate II in Baking

Course overview

Locations

Attendance options

Study type

Tuition Fees

Locations, dates & times

Information Session

Want to find out more about the Baking Industry?

Career opportunities

Information Session

Want to find out more about the Baking Industry?

Career opportunities

We’re here to help…

FBP20221
Certificate II in Baking