Sourdough Making For Beginners (HRDF Claimable)
Duration: Customized for your need
Course Type: HRDF Training
Recognized by JWC Certificate and HRDF Corp – Eligible for HRDF claims
HRDF Claimable Pastry Course
Discover the craft of sourdough baking with JWC. Whether you’re new to baking or an experienced professional, our structured sourdough courses take you step by step through the entire process—from understanding fermentation and flour types to mastering shaping and baking techniques.
With the growing demand for artisan bread in cafes, hotels, and specialty bakeries, this program is designed to help you develop the skills and confidence to produce exceptional sourdough loaves that stand out.
- How to create, maintain & feed a healthy starter
- Understanding flour types and hydration levels
- Hands-on: Mixing and resting dough, observing gluten strength
- Temperature control and dough behavior
- Hands-on: Practicing stretch-and-folds to build dough strength
- Shaping round or oval loaves with tension and structure
- Hands-on: Scoring practice & baking in small batches
Key Learning Outcomes of HRDF Sourdough Training
Bake artisan sourdough confidently
Gain the skills to create consistent, bakery-quality sourdough loaves from start to finish.
Master fermentation and dough handling
Understand the science of fermentation and learn precise shaping and baking techniques.
Work efficiently with less waste
Learn professional methods to improve workflow, maximize output, and minimize ingredient loss.
Innovate and refine your menu
Apply your knowledge to develop unique sourdough recipes or enhance your existing bread offerings.
People that is suitable for HRDF Claimable Pastry
Aspiring home bakers
Perfect for those who want to bake artisan sourdough confidently at home and impress family and friends.
Café and bakery staff
Ideal for employees who want to upgrade their bread-making skills and contribute to better product offerings.
Food entrepreneurs
Great for individuals planning to start a bakery or add sourdough items to their menu to stand out in the market.
Fee includes all materials & equipment
We offer a fully immersive, hands-on sourdough baking experience. All tools and ingredients are included in your course fee—no additional costs. From specialty flours and natural starters to professional mixers and ovens, everything is ready for you to focus on learning and perfecting sourdough bread.
HRDF class collaboration plan
Duration: Full Day (7 hours)
Time: 10am – 4pm (Break time 1-2pm)
Course Content*: Introduction to sourdough & starter culture, dough mixing & hydration
techniques, fermentation, stretch & fold method, shaping & proofing, baking
*The content can be adjusted based on your needs
JWC Academy Faculty
Lecturer Xiao Wei
- JWC Academy Pastry Trainer
- Graduate of APCA Pastry Academy
- Owner of a private pastry studio with over 10 years of baking experience
Our HRDF Training Academy
JWC The Factory 30
JWC The Factory 30, Jalan Mutiara Emas 5/3, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru.
HRDF Training Course Features
Customized Class Duration
Courses can range from a single day for basic workshops to multiple weeks for in-depth training programs. We can discuss more to tally your needs.
Class will be scheduled on weekday or weekend for your convenience
This way, you can fully dive into the art of sourdough baking at your own pace, enjoying the process without disrupting your daily routine.
Covers all aspects of pastry making
Learn to craft sourdough from scratch—mixing, fermenting, shaping, and baking. Gain a strong understanding of natural fermentation and techniques to create flavorful, artisan-quality bread every time.
A complete learning platform
We provide a fully equipped training environment where everything is prepared for you. All ingredients, tools, and materials are included—no hidden costs. From premium flour and natural starters to mixers, proofing baskets, and ovens, everything is ready so you can focus on perfecting your sourdough skills.
Question & Answer
After completing the course, you will receive a JWC certificate.
We can customise lesson for you, therefore the price is based on your needs.
Yes, it is HRDF claimable.
We provide Chinese and English lesson.