Join us for our Open Evening at Leiths on Thursday 5th February 2026, 6:30–8:30pm, and discover how the Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.
Join us for our Open Evening at Leiths on Thursday 5th February 2026, 6:30–8:30pm, and discover how the Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.
This accredited six-week course teaches beginners classical techniques, practical and theoretical skills, and professional kitchen practices to build confidence and mastery in pastries, cakes, and refined patisserie.
Master meringues, perfect Petit Fours and so much more with our Introduction to Patisserie Certificate. Designed for passionate pastry beginners looking to practice the foundations of patisserie using classical techniques, this accredited course takes place every Tuesday and Wednesday for six weeks. The course is ideally suited for those looking to build their confidence in this delicate craft whether you’re a home baker or looking for a role as a pastry chef.
You’ll learn how to make an impressive range of pastries, cakes and refined patisserie with a blend of practical cookery in our state-of-the-art kitchens, demonstrations from our expert chef tutors and some theory too. On this fast-paced course, your learning will go beyond just recipes and you’ll learn how to pull off a host of timeless, essential patisserie methods that can be applied when creating your own dishes. This course will equip you with core skills needed for a lifetime of confident home baking or a first job in baking or patisserie.
While honing your patisserie skills we will also teach you how to operate in a professional environment giving you confidence with presentation, kitchen organisation and time planning.
Learning from some of the most skilled and experienced teachers in the industry, your knowledge of patisserie will be nurtured from the moment you arrive at Leiths. You’ll also find yourself immersed in a class of like-minded food lovers, sharing your passion for patisserie and building a network at the same time.
Your time will be spent in the kitchens with practical learning under the guidance of the Leiths expert teachers, however you will also benefit from a number of demonstrations in class.
Leiths teachers will assess your progress throughout the course and you will be required to complete a theory and practical assessment at the end of the course to be eligible for the certificate. Your teachers will taste your food as part of a continual assessment providing you with constructive feedback on both method and taste.
Pastries
Cookies, Cakes and Gâteau
Stunning desserts & Petit Fours
Example recipes may be subject to change.
The Introduction to Patisserie Certificate is suitable for beginners wanting to build a thorough skillset or for budding professionals wanting to gain accredited training.
As well as the Leiths Introduction to Patisserie Certificate (endorsed by FDQ) , incorporating practical cooking skills, kitchen theory and professional organisation, successful students will leave with the following additional qualifications.
These additional courses are taken online.
What is included in the course price:
Students on this course will require uniform (approx. £60). Order instructions are sent out before the course begins. Further information can be found in the student handbook, or contact the Admissions team.
We are happy to make adjustments where possible.
Please read our full policy on allergies and dietary restrictions here.
Tuesday 21st April – Wednesday 27th May 2026
Tuesday 2nd June – Wednesday 8th July 2026
Set over two days a week for 6 weeks – Tuesday and Wednesday (10:00am to 4:00pm)
Reserve your spot on this course today and elevate your cooking skills.
