Cake Decoration for Beginners - Level 1 Summary Where can this subject lead? Key information What will I learn? How will I learn? Summary If you want to learn how to decorate cakes for fun then Cake Decoration for Beginners is for you. Over this six-week evening course you will learn a range of techniques, from levelling, torting and covering cakes professionally to creating simple flowers and cupcake designs. If you discover you have a flair for the craft, you might want to undertake further study and/or start up your own cake decorating business. Next course dates Start date Location Duration 08 Oct 2025 Bispham Campus 6 Weeks Apply now 21 Jan 2026 Bispham Campus 6 Weeks Apply now 08 Oct 2026 Bispham Campus 6 Weeks Apply now 21 Jan 2027 Bispham Campus 6 Weeks Apply now Close Previous Next Previous 1 2 3 4 Next Where can this subject lead? Career progressionFollowing this course, you might decide you have what it takes to pursue a career in this field, in which case you could opt for a more advanced course, such as our Level 2 Certificate in Professional Bakery. Key information Entry RequirementsThere are no formal for this course. You just need enthusiasm and passion! Qualification obtainedCake Decoration for Beginners - Level 1 Fees and fundingRead our page on Financial Support for Adult Learners. Extra costs and equipmentYou will need to provide a general kit box which should include the following items:No 2 sable paintbrushEdible gluePlastic cake smootherSelection of paste coloursModelling tool setPiping nozzlesCake boardsGeneral scissorsBox to take your work homeYou will be advised each week about ingredients you will need for the following week. Regulation and AccreditationAccrediting Institution: N/AAwarding Body: NONE Terms and conditionsRead our full terms and conditions. What will I learn? Industry placement, field trips and guest speakersThere are no work placements and no field trips on this course. How will I learn? This six-week course develops skills in the following cake decorating techniques:Week 1: Introduction to Simple FlowersWeek 2: Correctly Levelling, Torting and Icing a Sponge Cake and Making Fondant Bows Using Modelling PasteWeek 3: Using Modelling Paste to Produce Figures for Fun Cake DesignsWeek 4: Introduction to Royal IcingWeek 5: Decorative Royal Icing Techniques, Finish Run-Out Pieces and Brush EmbroideryWeek 6: Themed CupcakesThis is a highly practical and hands-on evening course. The teaching is informal and uses a ‘demonstration and do’ method of delivery.No independent study is needed. Expert tutorsAll staff involved in the delivery of adult education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.