BITA in New South Wales, offers three qualifications, Certificate III in Baking (FBP30521), Certificate III in Bread Baking (FBP30421), and Certificate III in Cake and Pastry (FBP30321). These qualifications can be completed over a four-year period using our flexible training model. This means that BITA apprentices can complete their training onsite at their workplace and offsite at our facility where needed.
Funding and subsidies at BITA in New South Wales
BITA Baking courses in NSW are subsidised by the NSW Government as part of the Smart and Skilled program.
Enrolment at BITA in New South Wales
To be eligible for enrolment in a course at BITA in New South Wales, you must gain employment at a bakery. The bakery must also have a trade-qualified baker/pastrycook onsite.
We recommend contacting an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) provider or applying for vacant positions in-store, on social media, or online at websites such as the Baking Industry Job Board. Once you have established employment an AASN will assist with the negotiation of your training contract between you and your employer. The AASN will then contact BITA to finalise your paperwork. Your BITA trainer will liaise with you to organise your training plan and commencement.
Training facility
The BITA training facility is located in Morningside, Queensland. It is fitted out with a comprehensive list of state-of-the-art equipment and machinery including various ovens, retarder provers, various mixers, and more. We use high-quality, readily available ingredients to ensure that our apprentices use what they use in their everyday kitchens.
Disability support at BITA in New South Wales
BITA in New South Wales supports apprentices with a disability or learning difficulty by providing resources relevant to their condition to assist. This can include reasonable adjustments to the training or spending additional time with the apprentice via regular video/phone calls. BITA also provides additional tutoring and mentoring for apprentices where needed.
Reward and recognition
During their time at BITA in New South Wales, apprentices are encouraged to participate in industry events such as Bake Skills, LA Judge Award, ABINSA, and local baking competitions. We also hold a yearly award night where apprentices that go above and beyond are recognised for their effort and talents. Participating in industry allows BITA apprentices to build a network within the industry that opens doors for future employment opportunities.