International Diploma in Pastry and Baking Arts
(Apprenticeship)

Mode of Study:
Full-time

Duration:
18 months
(3 months of Full-Time Theory
+15 months of Apprenticeship & Study)

Delivery Method:
Classroom / Practical /
E-Learning

Assessment Method:
Written and Practical Exam

Available Intakes:
March 2024
June 2024
September 2024

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Practical training and assessment involve use of eggs and meat-based ingredients.
Kindly declare dietary restrictions (if any) at the point of application.

Schedule

The programme is conducted over 3 trimesters of 6 months each (total 18 months).

For the first 3 months, trainees will attend full-time 5-day per week institutional training on campus.

From 4^th month onwards, trainees will attend 3-day institutional training per week (combination of in-person and online learning) and serve 3-day apprenticeship with a hotel.

Available Intakes

Intake	Commencement Date	Application Deadline for International Students
March	25 March 2024	23 February 2024
June	24 June 2024	24 May 2024
September	9 September 2024	12 August 2024

Apprenticeship Allowance

All trainees will receive $1,300 a month for the apprenticeship duration (total of 15 months).

Admission Requirements

*All applicants must be at least 17 years old and above to meet the minimum entry requirement.

1. Qualification

Minimum a C6 pass in 3 GCE ‘N’ Level subjects or equivalent or
At least a C6 pass in 1 IGCSE Level Subject or
WPLN 5 or
WSQ Certification or equivalent certification or
Completed a NITEC / Higher NITEC Certification from NITEC School of Hospitality or
An equivalent professional qualification will be assessed on a case-by-case basis or
International applicants must have completed 10 years of formal education

2. Successful Interview

Interview may be waived for applicants who have successfully completed any preceding WSQ Certificate level(s).

3. English Proficiency

At least one of the following proficiency levels in English:

Minimum a C6 pass in GCE ‘N’ Level English or
A C6 pass in 1 IGCSE Level (either English 1st or 2nd language) or
Band 5.0 in IELTS OR Minimum score of 61 points (internet-based total) in TOEFL or
Pass in SHATEC English Test or
Pass in SHATEC Certificate in Basic and Hospitality English or
SHATEC Certificate in Hospitality English or
Pass in any preceding WSQ Certificate level(s) will also be recognised as fulfillment of English proficiency requirement or
Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English.

How To Apply

Programme Outline

Food and Beverage Safety Standards I
Basic Pastry and Baking Preparation
Curating Customer Experience
Restaurant Service Skills for Chefs
Fundamentals of Baking and Pastry
Western Food Preparation Techniques
Asian Desserts
Principles of Baking and Pastry
Food and Beverage Safety Standards II
Food Nutrition I
Professional Development
E-Commence for Hospitality Professionals
Food and Beverage Cost Control
Food Production Management
Food Nutrition II
Specialty Pastries and Desserts
Food Sustainability
Food and Beverage Concepts and Set-Up
Food and Beverage Budgeting
Beverage Knowledge
Apprenticeship

Programme Competencies

Demonstrate competency in a wide range of pastry and baking techniques including flour preparation, cake decoration pastry arts and specialised baking methods.
Create new pastry and baking products, incorporating artistic flair, diverse flavours, and unique presentations to meet the varying preferences of customers.
Plan and execute pastry and baking menus for various occasions, catering to differing dietary preferences and incorporating seasonal ingredients.
Be aware of ethical and sustainable practices in the food industry, advocating for responsible sourcing, minimising food waste, and adopting eco-friendly approaches.
Acquired foundational understanding of accounting principles and cost control strategies, contributing to the financial success of pastry and baking operations.
Engage in continuous learning and professional development, keeping abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance personal and organisational growth.

Certification

Students who have successfully completed the programme will be awarded the
International Diploma in Pastry and Baking Arts
(Apprenticeship)

Programme Fees

Course Fee Payable after SkillsFuture Funding (where applicable), inclusive of 9% GST	Singaporean below 40 years old / Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holders	Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above	International Applicants
Self-Sponsored	$5,968.01	$2,317.85	$22,877.38
SME-Sponsored	$2,317.85	$2,317.85	$22,877.38
Non SME-Sponsored	$5,968.01	$2,317.85	$22,877.38

Note: Local Student Full Fee with no funding eligibility = $18,743.57 (inclusive of GST)

Information:

Course fee payable include essential training items.

Singaporeans and Singapore PRs will be eligible for up to 70% SSG (Baseline) Course Fee Grant. With effect from 1 October 2021, this training support will be extended to Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders. The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of Singapore Citizens (SCs) with (i) at least one SC child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the SC sponsor is able to support the family. LTVP+ holders will be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ on the back of the card. Funding is subjected to SSG’s prevailing corporate policies and final approval.

The SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MES) is applicable for Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above for up to 90% of course fees. For more information, visit the SkillsFuture website https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/enhancedsubsidy.

NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year when they sign up for courses supported under UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme). NTUC members from 40 years and above enjoy up to $500 per year. For more information and terms and conditions, please refer to https://e2i.com.sg/individuals/ntuc-education-and-training-fund/.

Miscellaneous fees refer to any non-compulsory and non-standard fees which the student will pay only where applicable. Miscellaneous fees are generally out of pocket expenses which cannot be offset by Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) or SkillsFuture Credit.

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Course Fee Payable after SkillsFuture Funding (where applicable), inclusive of 9% GST	Singaporean below 40 years old / Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holders	Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above	International Applicants
Self-Sponsored	$5,968.01	$2,317.85	$22,877.38
SME-Sponsored	$2,317.85	$2,317.85	$22,877.38
Non SME-Sponsored	$5,968.01	$2,317.85	$22,877.38

Information:

Course fee payable include essential training items.

Singaporeans and Singapore PRs will be eligible for up to 70% SSG (Baseline) Course Fee Grant. With effect from 1 October 2021, this training support will be extended to Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders. The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of Singapore Citizens (SCs) with (i) at least one SC child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the SC sponsor is able to support the family. LTVP+ holders will be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ on the back of the card. Funding is subjected to SSG’s prevailing corporate policies and final approval.

The SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MES) is applicable for Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above for up to 90% of course fees. For more information, visit the SkillsFuture website https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/enhancedsubsidy.

The Additional Course Fee Funding Support (AFS) for the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) is introduced from 1 April 2022. AFS will be provided on application basis, prior to course enrolment to Singaporeans aged 21 years old and above and who fall within the following vulnerable groups:
- Long term unemployed individuals; or
- Persons with Disabilities; or
- Individuals in need of financial assistance (i.e. ComCare Short to Medium Term Assistance recipients or Workfare Income Supplement recipients)

Singaporeans may utilize available funds within their Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) to offset total net course fee payable.

All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay for a wide range of approved skills-related courses. Singaporeans who qualify for the SCTP can use their SkillsFuture Credit (opening and top-up) and Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) to offset out-of-pocket course fees. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website sg/creditto choose from the courses available on the SkillsFuture Credit course directory.

NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year when they sign up for courses supported under UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme). NTUC members from 40 years and above enjoy up to $500 per year. For more information and terms and conditions, please refer to https://e2i.com.sg/individuals/ntuc-education-and-training-fund/.