You will need to have achieved a pass in a relevant Level 2 qualification. GCSE grade 4 or above in English Language or Maths.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
The CTH Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery – Confectionery and Patisserie is ideal for aspiring pastry chefs and bakers who want to develop specialist skills in producing high-quality confectionery, cakes, desserts, pastries, and patisserie products.
Further information
Ideal for aspiring pastry chefs, bakers, school leavers, career changers and hospitality professionals seeking specialist confectionery and patisserie skills. Perfect for anyone wanting a recognised qualification and a career in baking, pastry and dessert production
- Develop professional patisserie and confectionery skills
- Gain practical experience in producing a range of cakes, desserts, pastries, breads, chocolates, and confectionery.
- Learn industry-standard techniques including decorating, finishing, presentation, baking, and production planning.
- Build creativity and attention to detail, essential qualities for a successful career in pastry and confectionery.
- Understand food safety and kitchen operations, ensuring you can work confidently and professionally.
After completing the CTH Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery – Confectionery and Patisserie, you can progress into employment as a pastry chef, baker, confectioner, dessert chef, or patisserie assistant in hotels, restaurants, bakeries, cafés, and other hospitality settings. You may also progress to higher-level culinary qualifications and specialist pastry and confectionery training.
You will learn through practical kitchen sessions, demonstrations, workshops and theory lessons, developing industry-standard confectionery and patisserie skills. Assessment is through practical observations, assignments, coursework and portfolio evidence, showcasing your skills and knowledge in a professional setting.
Chef uniform and personal chef tools are required for this programme. In addition, a range of external experiential learning activities will be organised throughout the course. These activities may incur additional costs, which will vary depending on the nature of the activity. Students will be informed of any associated charges in advance.