Free Level 3 Patisserie and Confectionery Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith & Fulham College, part-time during the day. This patisserie and confectionery qualification takes one year to complete. You'll build skills in complex pastry techniques, artistic sugar and chocolate work, and producing a full range of desserts, baked goods, and display pieces. You'll also get hands-on experience in the college's public-facing restaurant. To join, you'll need a Level 2 Patisserie and Confectionery qualification and an interview with course tutors at enrolment.
Who this course is for
Adults (19+)
Entry requirements
You will need:
Patisserie & Confectionery - Level 2
You will also have an interview with our course tutors at enrolment, so we can ensure the course is right for you.
What you will learn
You'll produce dough and batter products to a professional standard.
You'll make a range of petits fours and paste products.
You'll prepare hot, cold, and frozen desserts.
You'll bake biscuits, cakes, and sponges.
You'll create display pieces and decorative items, including centrepieces in sugar or chocolate.
You'll develop artistic design skills for complex confectionery work.
You'll build a portfolio showcasing your progress throughout the course.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the college kitchen, including service in a public-facing restaurant. Tutors mark all your work and give you feedback throughout. You'll build a portfolio of coursework and complete practical assignments. Work is graded on a scale of Distinction, Merit, Pass, or Unclassified. You'll also have an interview with tutors at enrolment to confirm the course is the right fit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith & Fulham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Pastry chef, working in hotel or restaurant kitchens.
Commis pastry chef, supporting senior chefs in professional kitchens.
Chocolatier, specialising in chocolate production and display work.
Bakery supervisor, overseeing production in a commercial bakery.
Cake designer, creating bespoke celebration and display cakes.
Catering business owner, running your own patisserie or café.
What you could study next
A foundation degree or HND in Culinary Arts or Patisserie, offered by universities and specialist colleges, takes your skills to degree level.
A Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in Hospitality Management can open doors to senior kitchen or operations roles.
If you want to run your own business, a Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering is a practical next step.
