This qualification is designed primarily for learners who wish to develop their food skills and gain an understanding to support progression to further learning in the food industry.
The qualification covers mandatory practical food skills and knowledge in areas like: mixing, shaping, heating, cooling, finishing and presenting food products. Learners have a large choice of skills in the mandatory group of units, including general areas like hygiene, safety and quality.
Most of the qualification is practical based with theoretical elements and evidence are collected through building a portfolio.
4 GCSEs including English and Maths.
You will need to buy appropriate PPE to work in the kitchen.
On successful completion of the course you can progress on a L2 professional bakery or L2 Hospitality Services.