A Dough and Nourish Instructors Platform
Turn Your Passion for Traditional Food Into a Teaching Business
Learn traditional food skills, gain the confidence to teach them, and help preserve timeless culinary traditions for future generations.
Your Path from Learning to Teaching
Learn Traditional Food Skills
Develop practical food preparation skills through a structured learning system designed to make traditional techniques simple, accessible and enjoyable to learn.
Become a Certified Dough & Nourish Instructor
The Dough & Nourish Instructor Certification Programme is a comprehensive 6-month training journey designed to help you develop your skills and confidently share them with others.
Start Your Own Teaching Business
Once certified, you can begin offering your own workshops and classes while using the Dough & Nourish learning system to support your students beyond the classroom.
Why Become a Certified Instructor
Becoming a certified Dough & Nourish instructor is about more than learning how to bake.
It’s about developing practical skills, building confidence and helping others reconnect with traditional food preparation in a meaningful way.
Build Real Knowledge and Skills
Master the traditional food skills at the heart of the Dough & Nourish programme, including sourdough bread, pizza, pasta, gelato, yogurt and clay pot cooking. Develop the practical knowledge and confidence to create these foods consistently and explain the process to others.
Learn How to Teach with Confidence
Discover how to guide students through each step using the Dough & Nourish teaching system. Learn how to demonstrate techniques clearly, answer common questions, and create an enjoyable learning experience for beginners.
Support Your Students Beyond the Class
Provide your students with access to structured learning resources, flow cards and video content that reinforce what they learned in class. Help them continue building confidence long after the workshop has ended.
What’s Included in the Instructor Certification
Complete Teaching System
Access structured lesson plans, teaching resources, presentations and training materials designed to help you confidently deliver classes.
The Dough & Nourish Flow Card System
Help your students succeed beyond the classroom with a mobile-friendly, scrollable learning guide that combines visual flow cards, recipes and video demonstrations. Designed for real kitchens and busy lives, it provides step-by-step support until students feel confident working independently.
Branded Website & Booking System
Every certified instructor receives a branded website and booking system designed to support their teaching business. Manage classes, events and course packages from one place while providing students with a simple way to discover and book your workshops.
What exactly happens during the 6 months?
Learn the Skills
Build a strong foundation through guided online training, practical application and ongoing support designed to help you develop confidence through experience.
Practise and Apply
Use the Dough & Nourish learning system to reinforce your skills through hands-on practice, recipes, flow cards and video resources.
Learn to Teach
Develop the confidence to demonstrate techniques, guide students and create engaging workshop experiences.
Prepare for Launch
Learn how to use your instructor resources, website and booking system while preparing to offer your own workshops and classes.
What You’ll Learn During the Programme
The Ancient Art of Artisan Sourdough Bread
Discover the timeless craft of naturally fermented bread making. This module combines beginner and advanced techniques, guiding you through starter care, fermentation, dough development, shaping and baking while helping you develop the confidence to create nourishing homemade bread for yourself and others.
The Art of Naturally Fermented Pasta & Sauces
Discover the craft of naturally fermented handmade pasta and learn how to create a variety of traditional favourites using soft wheat flour. From fettuccine, spaghetti and lasagne to a selection of homemade sauces, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to prepare memorable meals from scratch.
Authentic Sourdough Pizza
Master the art of naturally fermented pizza through four practical baking methods designed to suit different homes, kitchens and equipment. Learn how to prepare flavourful doughs, develop fermentation skills and create outstanding pizzas with confidence, no matter how simple or advanced your setup may be.
The Ancient Art of Clay Pot Cooking
Explore the timeless craft of clay pot cooking and discover how gentle, even heat can transform simple ingredients into rich, flavourful meals. Through a variety of traditional recipes and techniques, you’ll learn how to confidently use clay cookware to create memorable dishes for family and friends.
Traditional Cultured Dairy
Learn how to create yogurt, labneh, kefir and a variety of traditional cultured dairy foods from scratch. From creamy dips and sauces to everyday kitchen staples, you’ll discover simple techniques that have been used for generations to transform fresh milk into versatile and delicious foods.
Artisan Gelato & Frozen Desserts
Explore the craft of artisan gelato and frozen dessert making through traditional techniques and quality ingredients. From rich and creamy gelato, ice cream and frozen yogurt to refreshing fruit-based sorbets, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to create exceptional frozen desserts from scratch.
Teaching & Workshop Facilitation
Learn how to confidently prepare, present and facilitate Dough & Nourish workshops. This module covers class preparation, demonstrations, student engagement, troubleshooting common challenges and creating a memorable learning experience that helps students succeed both during and after the workshop.
Who Is This Programme For?
Home Bakers & Food Enthusiasts
For those who are passionate about traditional food preparation and want to deepen their skills while sharing them with others.
Aspiring Instructors
For individuals who want to teach workshops, host classes and build a rewarding business around traditional food skills.
Existing Food Professionals
For bakers, chefs, wellness practitioners and educators looking to expand their offerings with a structured teaching system.
No Previous Teaching Experience Required
The programme is designed to guide you through both the practical skills and teaching methods needed to become a confident Dough & Nourish instructor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the certification programme take?
The Dough & Nourish Instructor Certification is designed as a 6-month learning journey. The programme combines online training, practical application and instructor preparation, allowing you to develop your skills at a comfortable pace.
Do I need previous teaching experience?
No. The programme is designed for both aspiring instructors and passionate food enthusiasts. In addition to learning traditional food skills, you’ll receive guidance on how to confidently teach and support students.
Can I complete the programme at my own pace?
Yes. The online learning materials allow you to work through the content at your own pace while following the recommended programme structure.
What will I learn during the certification?
The curriculum includes artisan sourdough bread, sourdough pizza, naturally fermented pasta and sauces, traditional cultured dairy, clay pot cooking, artisan gelato and frozen desserts, as well as instructor preparation and workshop facilitation.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive recognition as a Certified Dough & Nourish Instructor.
What support do students receive after a workshop?
Students can continue learning through the Dough & Nourish Flow Card System, video resources, recipes and supporting materials designed to reinforce skills and build confidence at home.
Do I receive an instructor website and booking system?
Yes. Certified instructors receive access to an instructor website and booking system designed to help manage classes, events and course packages.
Will I be trained to use the website and booking system?
Yes. The programme includes training on how to manage your instructor page, create events, organise course packages and handle student bookings.
Can I teach online or in person?
Yes. The Dough & Nourish teaching system can be adapted for both in-person workshops and online learning experiences.
Is the certification accredited?
The Dough & Nourish Instructor Certification is a private certification issued by Dough & Nourish. It is designed to recognise successful completion of the programme and preparation to teach the Dough & Nourish curriculum.
