Level 5 Cake Decorating Diploma

Thames College

PDF Certificate

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Hardcopy CPD Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £8.99

QLS Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £139

Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate

Included in course price

Based on an extensive curriculum, this course equips learners with the full process of cake creation and decoration.

• Module 01 introduces the foundations of cake decorating, offering background, tools, and common terms used in the field.
• Module 02 focuses on how to bake various types of cakes to achieve the right base texture and structure for decorating.
• Module 03 shares tried and tested cake decorating recipes, including sponge, chocolate, fruit, and speciality cakes.
• Module 04 looks at different cake types – including tiered, novelty, and sculpted cakes – and when to use each.
• Module 05 covers the techniques for using frosting and icing, including buttercream, royal icing, and fondant.
• Module 06 introduces working with different pastes such as flower paste, modelling paste, and marzipan.
• Module 07 explores the application of glazes to enhance cake appearance, moisture, and flavour.
• Module 08 explains stacking methods to ensure structural integrity in multi-tiered cakes.
• Module 09 is focused on piping and writing techniques for names, messages, and borders.
• Module 10 ensures you understand health and safety standards, including hygiene and food storage.
• Module 11 prepares learners to enter the industry by covering branding, pricing, customer service, and regulations.

Each module builds on the previous one, leading learners from basic knowledge to advanced techniques relevant to the cake business and hospitality industry.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Bake and prepare a variety of cake bases suitable for decorating.
• Apply a range of icing, frosting, and glazing techniques effectively.
• Use decorative pastes to create professional-looking cake features.
• Stack multi-tiered cakes with structural stability.
• Write and pipe text and patterns cleanly and clearly.
• Adhere to food hygiene, safety, and handling regulations.
• Plan and manage a cake decorating business from setup to service.

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

• Individuals who wish to pursue a career in baking and cake decorating.
• Hobbyists wanting to improve their cake design skills for personal or local use.
• Small business owners aiming to add cake services to their offerings.
• Catering staff or culinary students looking to enhance their dessert presentation.
• Event planners or stylists wanting to learn about cake design for client needs.

No previous experience or qualifications are required to enrol in our course. This course is designed for anyone eager to learn, whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out. Join us and take the first step on this exciting path!

• Cake Decorator – £18,000–£25,000.
• Bakery Assistant – £17,000–£22,000.
• Pastry Chef – £23,000–£30,000.
• Wedding Cake Designer – £25,000–£40,000.
• Cake Artist – £24,000–£35,000.

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