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Free Level 2 Patisserie and Confectionery Course in Durham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Patisserie and Confectionery Course in Durham. Classes run at New College Durham, part-time during the day. No previous experience is needed. You'll develop basic craft skills with a focus on pastry items, building a solid foundation for professional kitchen work. The course runs over one year. It suits anyone aged 19 or over who wants to move into the baking and patisserie trade or step up to further training.

Who this course is for

Course may be subject to change.

This course is aimed for people aged 19 years or over.

This patisserie and confectionery course is suitable for you if you have little or no experience. It covers basic craft skills and focuses on pastry items.

This part-time course will prepare you to progress to a relevant Level 3 course or apprenticeship, or employment.

Entry requirements

Please refer to College website.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop core pastry-making techniques used in professional kitchens.
  • You'll practise producing a range of confectionery items to industry standards.
  • You'll learn how to work safely and hygienically in a catering environment.
  • You'll build skills in portion control, presentation, and finishing of baked goods.
  • You'll understand the properties of ingredients used in patisserie and confectionery.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom and kitchen environment at New College Durham. Assessment is based on practical tasks and skills demonstrations. You may also complete written assignments or knowledge checks as part of the City and Guilds requirements. You'll meet with a member of the course team to discuss your progress throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

New College Durham requires a kit and uniform for this course. Visit the college website to view the full kit list before you start. The centre will confirm any additional materials you need.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Pastry chef: how to become a pastry chef in a professional kitchen.
  • Commis chef: entry-level kitchen role covering a range of sections.
  • Bakery assistant: production and finishing work in a commercial bakery.
  • Catering assistant: supporting food preparation in hospitality settings.
  • Confectionery production operative: making sweet goods in a food manufacturing environment.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Patisserie and Confectionery Course: the natural next step after this qualification, covering advanced techniques and preparing you for senior kitchen roles.
  • Apprenticeship in Patisserie and Confectionery: combine on-the-job training with further study while earning a wage.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Professional Cookery Qualification: broaden your skills across the full range of professional kitchen work.
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