Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (Pvt) Ltd, SLIIT Main Campus, New Kandy Road, Malabe.

Certificate III in Patisserie (SIT31021)

Course Description

The essential course for starting an enticing career in patisserie, this certificate arms you with the foundational vocational skills to become a specialist in all things sweet as a Pastry Chef/Patissier.

We provide on–campus training and industry engagement to teach you about desserts, gateaux, pastries, food safety, special dietary requirements, and petit fours, which will set you on a path to a career in patisserie.

Additional student experiences may include masterclasses or workshops with industry specialists or excursions to specialist producers or market visits.

Course Details

COURSE CODE

SIT31021

STUDY AREA

Foods

COURSE

Certificate III

COURSE INTAKE

January / April / August

DURATION

12 Months

CAMPUS

CAHM Facilities (SLIIT Malabe Campus & Inner City Campus Rajagiriya)

COURSE HOURS

Class schedules may include weekends, early mornings or late evenings between 8am – 9pm

COURSE MODE

Full-time (may include theory, online and practical) on campus, up to 24 hours per week as scheduled

START DATE

Jan 2026

End Date

Jan 2027

William Angliss Institute (RTO 3045) Australia’ qualifications delivered in Partnership with Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of Sri Lankan O Levels with 5 passes including English.

Completion of a Pre-Training Review (PTR), including meeting satisfactory English proficiency standards determined by the Institute’s Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (LLN) test and demonstration of basic computer skills to ensure your ability to complete assessments and communicate electronically.

Demonstration of good character, supported by a relevant character reference or industry referee if required.

course structure

Semester 1 – Certificate III in Patisserie (SIT31021) – Stage 1

SITHKOP009 – Clean kitchen premises and equipment
SITXWHS006 – Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks
SITHKOP010 – Plan and cost recipes
SITXFSA006 – Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXWHS005 – Participate in safe work practices
SITHCCC027 – Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITHPAT011 – Produce cakes
SITHPAT013 – Produce pastries
SITHPAT015 – Produce petits fours
SITHPAT012 – Produce specialized cakes
SITHCCC023 – Use food preparation equipment
SITXFSA005 – Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITHCCC034 – Work effectively in a commercial kitchen

Semester 2 – Certificate III in Patisserie (SIT31021) – Stage 2

SITXHRM007 – Coach others in job skills
SITHFAB025 – Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITHPAT017 – Prepare and model marzipan
SITHCCC042 – Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
SITHPAT016 – Produce desserts
SITHPAT014 – Produce yeast-based bakery products
SITXINV007 – Purchase goods
SITXINV006 – Receive, store and maintain stock

Fees Structure

Total fees payable to secure your enrolment in this course at Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (CAHM)

Course

Certificate III in Patisserie SIT31021

Duration

12 Months

Tuition fee

Stage 1 – LKR 521,243.25

Stage 2 – LKR 521,243.25

WAI TEACHING AND CURRICULUM FEE*

Stage 1 – AUD 825

Stage 2 – AUD 825

Total Course Fee

Stage 1 – LKR 521,243.25 + AUD 825
Stage 2 – LKR 521,243.25 + AUD 825

*WAI Teaching and Curriculum Fee is subject to exchange rates for LKR equivalent. CAHM administration will advise the applicable AUD rate upon date of payment

Special Notes:

CAHM Tuition and WAI Teaching and Curriculum Fees must be paid in full before the course commencement date.
The CAHM Administration Department will send the payment deadlines and details via WhatsApp and email.
Any new local government taxes will be applicable
Tuition fees are subject to change and reviewed annually
WAI Teaching and Curriculum Fee = Equivalent LKR amount provided by CAHM based on applicable conversion rate and bank charges.
As this pathway has no AQF level 4 qualification included students will be required to do further Language, Numeracy and Literature assessment before progressing into the Diploma
Students cannot continue to study, commence a new semester, or articulate (advance)to the next higher qualification if all fees and taxes (WAI Curriculum and Teaching Fee and CAHM Tuition Fee) are not paid in full before the course commencement date.
Fees are non-refundable after the Census date (i.e. 14 days after the Course or Stage commencement)