INTERNATIONAL

Certificate IV in Patisserie

CRICOS Code: 109486A
National Code: SIT40721

2025 2026

Description

This industry-leading course is designed for experienced pastry chefs who want to take the next step in their career. You will refine your technical and creative skills, such as sugar pulling and fine decorating, as you develop your management and leadership skills. Learn hands-on from pastry chefs with years of experience who will help you take your skills to the next level. You will also enhance your knowledge of food hygiene procedures, receiving and storing supplies, stock control, catering revenue, workplace safety, budgeting, and management skills. Be ready to take a leading role in the kitchen or run your own business.

Duration (incl. holidays)

Semester(s)

Teaching Duration

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26 weeks

20 weeks

Baker and Pastry Chef

International Applications

Campus / Location

Study Mode

Contact Hours

Study Load

Commences

Scheduled

Regency Park

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

24 hours per week

Full Time

January, July

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On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

Full Time

Full Time classes

Day Classes

Day time classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes

Course Admission Requirements
(for International Applications)

Academic IELTS score of 6.0 Overall with minimum of 5.0 in all bands or equivalent.
Successful completion of the Certificate III in Patisserie.
Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Nepalese students need satisfactory completion of Year 12 or overseas equivalent 60% in the top 4 subjects (excluding native language) for all courses (i.e. Cert III, Cert IV, Diploma and Associate Degree) If student has needed to re-sit for their exam, student also need to provide all exam results. Not accepting Punjab State Board or Haryana State Board HS results only – need to present a Central Board result exam or a higher qualification.

Course Notes

Students may wish to consider one of two TAFE SA packages:
1. Certificate III in Patisserie, Certificate IV in Patisserie, and the Diploma of Hospitality Management
2. Certificate III in Patisserie, Certificate IV in Patisserie, Diploma of Hospitality Management and the Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management. Students would receive credit into the Bachelor.

Fees

These course fees are for international students only.

Duration

Tuition Fees

Incidental Fees^*

Semester 1

AUD $12235

AUD $500^*

Fee Totals

AUD $12235

AUD $500^*

Total Course Cost

AUD $12735

* Students will be required to purchase additional learning materials, including uniforms and equipment at an approximate cost of $A500 unless purchased for the previous course. Details for these expenses will be provided closer to or on commencement.

Note: TAFE SA course tuition and other fees/costs are subject to regular increases and are reviewed annually. TAFE SA accepts applications for courses commencing beyond the current year, course, tuition and other fees/costs for these years will apply once published. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to alter, amend or delete any fee, course, admission requirement, mode of delivery, duration or other arrangement without prior notice. If the study duration is extended beyond the period of the student’s visa the student will be liable for visa and related costs, eg medical examinations, OSHC and living expenses.

Overseas Students Health Cover

All overseas students are required to have Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) insurance for the entire duration of the course. The health cover rate will vary depending on the personal circumstances and duration of stay in Australia. Read more about Overseas Students Health Cover.

Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

Employment Outcomes

Catering assistant, cook, food service assistant.

Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

Qualifications & Skills Covered

Certificate IV in Patisserie (SIT40721)
This course covers managing diversity, food preparation equipment, cookery skills, cakes, gateaux, tortes, pastries, yeast-based products, petits fours, desserts, confectionary, decoration, budgeting, food and workplace safety and leadership. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 26 core units and 6 elective units.

90%*
of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.

87%*
of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.

* 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

Course Units

Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

Core

Name	Nominal Hours	Subject Code	National Code
Coach others in job skills	20	SABTZ	SITXHRM007
Design and produce sweet showpieces	30	SABWR	SITHPAT020
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices	30	SABXA	SITXWHS007
Lead and manage people	60	SABWY	SITXHRM009
Lead diversity and inclusion	60	FADKD	BSBTWK501
Manage conflict	20	SABWT	SITXCOM010
Manage finances within a budget	30	SABWW	SITXFIN009
Model sugar-based decorations	48	SABWP	SITHPAT019
Monitor work operations	20	SABWZ	SITXMGT004
Participate in safe food handling practices.	40	SABTF	SITXFSA006
Plan cooking operations	100	SABWD	SITHKOP013
Prepare and model marzipan	24	SABWM	SITHPAT017
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery	45	SABSY	SITHCCC027
Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements	75	SABWB	SITHCCC042
Produce cakes	24	SABWE	SITHPAT011
Produce chocolate confectionery	60	SABWN	SITHPAT018
Produce desserts	100	SABWL	SITHPAT016
Produce pastries	24	SABWG	SITHPAT013
Produce petits fours	30	SABWK	SITHPAT015
Produce specialised cakes	60	SABWF	SITHPAT012
Produce yeast-based bakery products	42	SABWH	SITHPAT014
Receive, store and maintain stock	20	SABTG	SITXINV006
Roster staff	30	SABWX	SITXHRM008
Use food preparation equipment	25	SABSW	SITHCCC023
Use hygienic practices for food safety	15	SABTE	SITXFSA005
Work effectively in a commercial kitchen	60	SABTC	SITHCCC034

Elective

Name	Nominal Hours	Subject Code	National Code
Plan and cost recipes	40	SABWC	SITHKOP010
Prepare and serve espresso coffee	30	SABTX	SITHFAB025
Produce artisan bread products	120	BABZP	FBPRBK4001
Produce basic bread products	120	BABYA	FBPRBK3005
Provide First Aid	18	HABCP	HLTAID011
Source and present information	10	SABWS	SITXCOM006

Living in Adelaide

The city created for students

You will never find another city like Adelaide. With welcoming locals, it is the perfect place for you to study, live and enjoy.

A student city

Adelaide is home to over 30,000 international students and has a strong and growing reputation as an education city. In addition to TAFE SA, Adelaide is home to six world-leading universities: The University of Adelaide, the University of South Australia, Flinders University, Carnegie Mellon University, Torrens University Australia and CQ University Australia.

Safe

Adelaide’s crime rates are the lowest in the country and for that reason, Adelaide has previously been named the safest city in Australia.

Beach Culture

Adelaide’s pristine sandy beaches are just a 20 minute tram ride from the city centre. On hot summer days, you can study in the day and take the tram to have dinner at the beach and watch the sunset with friends.

Live centrally

Accommodation is more affordable in Adelaide than in other cities in Australia making it often possible for students to live in the heart of the city or just outside. This means more time is spent studying and less time travelling.

Delicious!

Adelaide is known for its cafe culture, with more cafes and restaurants by population than any other city in Australia. In recent years, Adelaide has also developed a vibrant and varied bar scene. The city is big enough that you will struggle to visit all of the places you would like to drink and eat in during in your first year of study. Our mix of cultures means there’s likely to be a supermarket that sells food from your home country too.

Easy to get around

Adelaide is a flat city so it is ideal for walking or cycling. Its grid layout makes it almost impossible to get lost! There are free trams and buses around the city centre. International students can show their ID to get cheaper tickets.

Festivals

Adelaide is known for its festivals, which are famous around the world. WOMADelaide, the Adelaide Festival of Arts, Fringe Festival and Cabaret Festival are just some of the international arts and music festivals that keep the city buzzing

Everyone agrees – Adelaide is a great place to live and study

Adelaide is recognised as one of the world’s most liveable cities. In 2014, Lonely Planet’s Best of Travel book ranked Adelaide in the global top ten. For the last four years Adelaide has been ranked one of the most liveable cities in the world by The Economist Intelligence Unit.

Beautiful weather

Adelaide has four distinct seasons, with moderate winters and warm to hot summers. In winter you will need woolly jumpers and jackets and in summer, shorts and t-shirts. The heat in South Australia is dry, rather than humid.