Cake Decorating

NCFE Level 1 Award in Creative Craft Cake Decorating

Total course cost: £480
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This qualification is designed for learners aged pre-16 and above who wish to develop skills and knowledge in Cake Decorating.

This course has been designed to be as affordable for families as possible and it is entirely possible to complete this qualification from a standard domestic kitchen.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

The qualification is comprised of 3 mandatory units. A range of techniques can be used to evidence that the unit has been completed, including worksheets, video logs and sketchbooks.

  • Qualification number (QN): 601/3360/0/CAK
  • Total qualification time (TQT): 90 Guided learning hours
  • Credit Value: 9
  • Level: 1
  • Assessment Requirement: Internally assessed and externally moderated portfolio of evidence

A Level 1 Qualification gives you basic knowledge and skills and the ability to apply learning with guidance. 

Other examples of Level 1 qualifications are GCSE’s at graded D-G or 3-1, NVQ’s and Key skills Level 1.

This qualification if Ofqual approved and attracts 9 credits. The credits relate to the size of the qualification, with 10 hours of content equating to 1 credit.


Click here to download the Level 1 Cake Decorating Information Pack.pdf



NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Creative Craft Cake Decorating

Total course cost: £600
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This qualification is designed for learners aged pre-16 and above who wish to develop skills and knowledge in cake decorating.

This course has been designed to be as affordable for families as possible and it is entirely possible to complete this qualification from a standard domestic kitchen.

Please note, this is not a GCSE but is a GCSE Level course which is why it is designed to span 2 years, although we offer complete flexibility on the timeframe that learners can complete within.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

The qualification is comprised of 4 mandatory units. A range of techniques can be used to evidence that the unit has been completed, including worksheets, video logs and sketchbooks.

  • Qualification number (QN): 601/3232/2/CAK
  • Credit Value: 15  
  • Level: 2                                                                               
  • Assessment Requirement: Internally assessed and externally moderated portfolio of evidence

 

This qualification is a Level 2 Qualification and is Ofqual approved carrying 15 credits. Other examples of Level 2 qualifications are BTEC Level 2 and the Silver Arts Award. Feedback from our past learners shows that this qualiifcation is widely regarded as level to a grade A*-C/4-9 at GCSE standard when applying for college or work placements.

Please also note, that whether this course is recognised as a GCSE equivalent by colleges and further education establishments, can vary according to location, college and even between courses at the same college. If reliant on this qualification for entry onto another course, it is recommended that you establish with the college whether or not this will aid admission, before committing to the course.

Click here to download the Level 2 Cake Decorating Information Pack.pdf



We recently hosted an Open Day Live session that is available to watch on replay here:

We don't impose any minimum or maximum ages on our learners as we recognise that every learner is an individual and is on their own unique learning journey. We believe, that their adult facilitator is the best person to judge whether a learner is ready for a particular course, but to enable you to make this decision we provide the first workbook, free for you to try.

Level 1/2 Cake Decorating Sample

We are also happy to advise you with this decision so do reach out to us if you would like our guidance on this.

We have designed the courses to utilise as affordable as possible. The following is not an exhaustive list, but does highlight the main costs associated with the course.

For further information or to ask any questions please feel free to reach out to us, in the assurance that you are speaking to another fellow home edder.

Support can be found in our dedicated Facebook group where you will also have access to a free sample session (with the file section).

Cake Decorating Group

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