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Introduction to Cake Decorating - Sugarpaste
Introduction to Cake Decorating - Sugarpaste
Course Overview
Course Code
P00469
Start Date
02/02/2026
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
9 weeks
Campus
Ross Walk
Level
Level Entry
This non-accredited course runs from Belgrave Ross Walk Training Centre, each Monday, 9:30 - 12:00 for 9 weeks, starting on Monday 28 April and finishing on 7 July 2025. This is a beginner's course and during this course you will learn how to work with sugarpaste and icing to create cake toppers and make cake decorations. You will be required to bring some of your own materials to each session.
During this course, you will learn: - Understand food hygiene, health and safety and safe working practice regulations - Model cake toppers, for example, teddy bears, seasonal decorations etc - Use modelling tools, cutters and equipment - Level cakes - Prepare sugarpaste - Cover cakes with butterceam and sugarpaste Using these skills, you will plan and design your own cakes guided by your tutor. You will also learn what is needed to progress towards a qualification in the Catering and Hospitality Industry.
This course is designed as an introduction to cake decorating skills and is suitable for those that have not completed a cake decorating course before. You must be aged 19+ and be able to complete a short workbook on a weekly basis with the help of your tutor.
There are no formal assessments, exams or coursework. Your tutor will informally assess your progress each week. You will receive a certificate of course completion based on your progress in class and attendance.
- Annual Tuition fee: £80
The cost of the course is £90.00. However, you will not be required to pay a fee for this course if you are in receipt of one of the following benefits: - Universal Credit - JSA or ESA (Employment and Support Allowance Work Related Action Group) There will be no fees if you earn less than £25,000.
Apply online via the College website. You will be contacted to attend an interview if required or sent a conditional offer according to the course's entry requirements. You will then be invited to enrol for your chosen course.
Course Overview
Course Code
P00469
Start Date
02/02/2026
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
9 weeks
Campus
Ross Walk
Level
Level Entry