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Our cake decoration courses are perfect if you'd like to learn the basics, improve your existing skills, or start a career in this creative industry.
All courses are taught by experienced cake decorators in a purpose-designed cake decoration studio. Previous learners have gone on to work professionally as cake decorators, either for an established company or by setting up their own celebration cake business.
I completed the six-week taster course and enjoyed it so much that I decided to come back and get a qualification. I’ve progressed through Levels 1 and 2, and I love how practical the courses are. I particularly like using royal icing; you pipe it, so the decorations are more intricate and you can be really artistic with your designs. I even entered Cake International – ‘The Sugarcraft, Cake Decorating & Baking Show’ – and was awarded Gold!
Nicola Ingle, Cake Decoration ABC Level 3
I gave up the 9-5 a few years ago to make my dream of running a cake decorating business a reality. The practical nature of the course has been a big positive and I’ve learnt lots of new techniques that I can now use to grow my business. I’ll definitely continue with my studies in the future.
Charlotte Roberts – Cake Decorating Level 1
I’ve always enjoyed baking, especially as I’ve got older and have more spare time now my children are growing up. The facilities at Bolton College are fantastic and there’s always plenty of equipment available for students to use. The course is structured so that we are given a brief to follow but the freedom to put our own spin on the finished design and use our own creative ideas. Cake decorating is a hobby for now and I’ll be making plenty of cakes for friends and family in the future I’m sure!
Rebecca Cayton – Cake Decorating Level 2