Can I start a home bakery with this certification?

Yes! Many NC II graduates start successful home-based bakery businesses. The certification demonstrates food safety knowledge that is valuable for any food business.

Is this course shorter than Cookery NC II?

Yes, at 141 hours it is shorter than Cookery NC II (316 hours). It is focused specifically on baking and pastry rather than general cooking.

What kind of bread and pastries will I learn to make?

Training covers various bread types (pan de sal, loaf bread, rolls), pastries (ensaimada, pies, tarts), and decorated cakes. Both Filipino and international baked goods are covered.

Bread and Pastry Production NC II: TESDA Course Guide

NC II

141 hours (1-2 months)

PHP 5,000 - PHP 15,000

What is Bread and Pastry Production NC II?

Bread and Pastry Production NC II trains individuals in professional baking, pastry making, and cake decorating. This concise but comprehensive program covers bread production, pastry techniques, cake decoration, and food safety, preparing graduates for bakery careers or food business entrepreneurship.

Who Should Take This Course?

This program suits baking enthusiasts, aspiring pastry chefs, and anyone interested in starting a bakery or food business. It is one of the most popular programs among home-based food business entrepreneurs.

What You'll Learn

Training covers bread dough preparation and baking, pastry techniques, cake baking and decoration, ingredient measurement and scaling, oven operation, food safety and sanitation, and product presentation.

Duration and Schedule

At just 141 hours (1-2 months), this is one of the quickest paths to a TESDA certification. Training is hands-on from day one.

Assessment and Certification

Practical baking assessment evaluating product quality. The NC II is recognized by bakeries, hotels, and food establishments.

Career Opportunities and Salary

Bakers earn PHP 10,000 to PHP 18,000 monthly. Pastry chefs in hotels earn PHP 15,000 to PHP 30,000. Home bakery entrepreneurs set their own prices and can earn variable but potentially high income.

Salary ranges are approximate and vary by location and experience.

Training Centers

Visit tesda.gov.ph for accredited Bread and Pastry Production centers.

Cost and Financial Aid

Training costs PHP 5,000 to PHP 15,000. TESDA scholarships frequently cover this popular program. Ingredients may be included or separate depending on the center.

Core Competencies

Prepare and produce bakery products
Prepare and produce pastry products
Prepare and produce cakes and cake decorations
Present finished bakery products
Maintain food safety and hygiene

Assessment Requirements

Practical baking assessment including producing bread, pastries, and decorated cakes. Products evaluated for appearance, texture, taste, and food safety compliance.

Career Opportunities

Baker

Pastry Chef

Cake Decorator

Bakery Entrepreneur

Hotel Pastry Staff