OverviewAbout this course
Unleash your creativity as you transform simple gingerbread structures into festive and edible works of art. This short and sweet course is the perfect opportunity to try your hand at a new skill and socialise with others.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
During this course you'll learn to:
Assemble gingerbread components to form a stable house structure
Use a pastry bag or piping tool to apply decorative patterns, designs and lettering
Decorate a gingerbread house with an assortment of sweets using different techniques
Wrap a gingerbread house up safely and aesthetically
Course outcomes
You'll leave this course with:
A Certificate of Attendance
A potential pathway to further study in baking or patisserie
The skills and techniques to assemble and decorate a gingerbread house
The confidence to try your hand at baking your own gingerbread from scratch
An edible gingerbread house
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Personal Interest
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this course.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
Non-slip shoes, long pants and a t-shirt, polo shirt or long-sleeve shirt
Basic levels of mobility to move around a kitchen
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysWhere can this course take you?
Study options
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
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