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2026 Basics in Breadmaking Examination Pack
Welcome to the official 2026 Basics in Breadmaking Examination Pack. This pack is designed for learners, bakery teams, and organisations striving for excellence in the baking industry.
The Chamber of Baking is committed to empowering individuals and enhancing skills across the sector. This qualification serves as a foundational step for anyone entering or progressing in the baking profession.
We look forward to supporting you through a successful examination cycle in 2026.
- Examination Overview
- Copyright Protection
- Recommended Prior Learning
- Structure of Question Paper
- Examination Grades
- Certificates
- Acknowledgement of Top Students
- Registration Process
- Examination Fees
- Examination Guidelines
- Examination Format
- Preparation Tips
- Format: Written examination based on the Learning Guide
- Date: Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Eligibility: Registered candidates with the Chamber
- Examination Centres: Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, Pretoria, East London, Polokwane, Nelspruit, Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth, Eswatini, Botswana, Bulawayo, Harare or other locations if sufficient candidates register
- Requirements: Valid ID and registration confirmation letter
Please note that the material and material design are copyright-protected, and the South African Chamber of Baking reserves all rights. The use of the Learning Guide is therefore restricted to the registered candidate for the examination, and no one will be allowed to enter the examination without having first purchased a Learning Guide.
The examination is designed for candidates seeking a foundational understanding of plant baking. It is also beneficial for senior bakery personnel, such as accountants and managers, who require a sound basic knowledge of baking operations.
Requirements:
- Grade 10 (Std 8) or
- AET (ABET) Level 4 (Literacy and Numeracy)
- 2-hour written paper based on the Certificate in the Basics of Breadmaking Learning Guide (First Edition – March 2015)
- Candidates are expected to answer all questions; no long essay-type questions
- Past papers are not available, but examination guidelines will be provided closer to the exam date
- Pass: 60%
- Distinction: 80%
Successful candidates will be awarded the Certificate in the Basics of Breadmaking.
The candidate who obtains the highest marks will receive the Clive Lonsdale Memorial Award, which includes a cash prize, framed certificate, and attendance at the Chamber’s AGM.
- Complete the Candidate Registration Form.
- Attach a copy of your ID and highest educational qualification.
- Submit the form to leanne@sacb.co.za.
- An invoice will be issued upon review.
- Learning Guides will be dispatched after payment confirmation.
- Registration closes Friday, 4 September 2026.
- Fees are non-refundable once materials are dispatched.
- A price increase will be effective 1 April 2026.
- The same organisation can register multiple candidates.
Chamber Members Only (Prices until 31/03/2026)
- Learning Guide & Examination Fee: R5 034.70 (incl. VAT)
- Learner Guide Only: R2 663.40 (incl. VAT)
- Exam Fee Only: R2 371.30 (incl. VAT)
Non-Chamber Members Only (Prices until 31/03/2026)
- Learning Guide & Examination Fee: R10 505.25 (incl. VAT)
- Arrive at the venue 9:30 am.
- Bring ID, pens, pencils, a ruler, an eraser, and a calculator.
- No electronic devices, books, notes, or papers allowed.
- Complete the exam in pen; pencils only for drawings.
- Communication with other candidates is prohibited.
- Remain seated for the first 60 minutes after the exam starts.
- The exam will be conducted in English.
- Write your examination number at the top of each page; do not write your name.
- Complete all questions and follow the Cover Sheet instructions.
- Multiple-choice questions – with four possible answers listed beneath each question. Only one of these answers is correct. Consider which one answers the question correctly and mark the appropriate box with an X. Only one answer may be given for each question.
- True/False questions – where you will be required to mark the correct answer in the appropriate box with an X.
- Matching questions – where you will be required to match Column A with Column B.
- Short written questions – which will require written answers.
- Study the Learning Guide thoroughly.
- Manage your time carefully during the 2-hour exam.
- Arrive on time and stay focused.
