Introduction to Bakery (Stranraer Academy) @ SCQF Level 4
Introduction
The introduction to Bakery has been designed to provide candidates with a range of bakery /baking skills and understanding. It recognises that learners will be at a stage where they are making choices about their future. As a result, it offers multiple exit routes, either towards employment or further study, depending on the wishes of the candidates. Completing the award will put candidates in a stronger position to move to the next stage of their career and should increase their chances of doing this successfully.
Course code
Location:
Stranraer
Duration
1 year
3 hours a week in class
1 hour a week directed study
Independent study may also be required
Entry Requirements
An interest in cookery
An ability to study at SCQF level 4.
Information and Interview Session Requirements
There are no requirements for an interview for this course but you should have a basic knowledge and an interest in the industry with a view to potentially looking to have a career within it if you would like to join this course.
Course Content
During the course you will develop your understanding of bakery. You will learn practical skills for bakery. You will gain a strong foundation in Bakery which will enable them to reflect on their present situation in a bakery context.
Assessments
Assessment will include some written assessment and practical assessment of your bakery.
Progression
Upon completion of the programme you can progress to a range of full-time and part-time professional cookery, hospitality and bakery courses at Dumfries & Galloway College.
Career Prospects
Bakery could lead to employment within the bakery industry. It will provide invaluable practical experience and knowledge to candidates who aspire to the more technical professions which exist in bakery. Enable candidates to consider the various options open to them and to make informed career choices for their future.
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Selling Points
An opportunity to develop your bakery skills.
A first step into the growing hospitality industry.