Entry requirements
Entry requirements for the Certificate III in Baking vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Course fees
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Baking will prepare you for the following roles.
Assistant Baker
An Assistant Baker assists with the preparation of bread and pastry items in a bakery, café or restaurant. You’ll work under the guidance of a qual...
Assistant Pastry Chef
An Assistant Pastry Chef helps to prepare patisserie items such as pastries, biscuits and tarts. You might create elaborate decorations for cakes a...
Bakery Assistant
A Bakery Assistant performs a range of tasks in the kitchen of a bakery or bakery department. You might ensure ingredients and equipment are ready...
Baker
A Baker prepares food items such as bread and pastries for sale in a bakery, grocery store, café or restaurant. You might specialise in gourmet bak...
Bakery Production Operator
A Bakery Production Operator works as part of a high volume bakery production team. You might be involved in preparing a range of bakery items incl...
Cake Decorator
A Cake Decorator bakes and decorates cakes in a bakery or specialist cake business. You might prepare cakes for special occasions such as weddings...
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