New Zealand Certificate in Baking (Level 3)

New Zealand Certificate in Baking (Level 3)

In this one semester programme you will learn the art of baking along with the skills required to work in a commercial bakery. Apply basic baking skills to produce biscuit, bread, cake, and pastry products in line with industry standards.

You will learn how to work as an effective team member and produce required bakery products by demonstrating clear and appropriate communication within a group and one on one situations.

Programme Specific Information

Class Times

Classes are taught 4 days per week.

Work Experience

Students are required to undertake 40 hours of work experience within the baking industry to enhance their formal learning.

Education pathway

This qualification provides a pathway for people wanting to progress from secondary education into the Baking industry. Graduates may progress to one or more of:

  • New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 3)
  • New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4)
  • New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service Level 3

Entry Requirements

  • Open entry

Career Options

Junior baker, bakery assistant.

Additional Expenses

  • Stationery - $20
  • Printing - $10
  • *Shoes - $200
  • Socks (Black) - $10
  • Hair tie (black) / Bobby pins (if required) - $5

*Fully enclosed flat black, solid leather closed in footwear with an appropriate non-slip, non-marking sole.

Changes for 2023 learners

On 1 November 2022, WITT and the programme you have enrolled in became part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology .
When you apply to study with WITT in 2023, you will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, the new national network of vocational and applied education in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn in the same way, in the same place, and with the same people. The great news is that this enables us to share skills and knowledge across a network of passionate education providers, to better help you succeed.
Please note that all programmes offered by WITT and other subsidiaries of Te Pūkenga are under review. This is to make sure they are portable, consistent, and aligned with the needs of the industry to provide you with excellent and quality educational opportunities.

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