Study classical and contemporary patisserie techniques, and have the opportunity to enhance your creative and artisan skills in the production of gateaux, pastries, petit fours, desserts and chocolate confectionery as well as buffet showpieces. This is a highly enjoyable and creative course, which will see you qualified to produce feasts for the eyes and the palate. Cooks with pastry skills are highly sought-after for their expertise and this course will prepare you for employment in bakeries, pastry kitchens, confectioner’s shop, restaurants and hotels. Unit Introduction To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 22 units: Core Competencies: 18 Elective Competencies: 4 Outcome SIT31016 Certificate III in Patisserie Job Prospects Pastry cook's Assistant Pastry cook University Pathways If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas will give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities. That means cutting down the amount of time you need to complete your degree, or even enrolling straight into the second year of your university course.