Our Baking & Pastry Arts certificate program prepares you for an entry- to mid-level position in the baking and pastry industry, ranging from independent shops to large resorts. Through hands-on instruction, students will gain the fundamental knowledge needed to thrive in the baking and pastry industry.
The foundational courses in the Baking & Pastry Arts certificate program are stackable into an associate’s degree. You can complete the program as a full-time day student or part-time evening student.
Program outcomes
- Demonstrate core concepts in baking theory and execute fundamental techniques to a variety of classical and contemporary baked goods, products, and desserts;
- Apply professional communication and teamwork skills while exhibiting effective decision-making skills with respect to individuals and diverse team settings;
- Apply appropriate problem-solving techniques relating to professional, ethical, and profitability in a business environment;
- Apply appropriate safety and sanitation principles to products, tools, and equipment within the foodservice industry
Students Occupationally and Academically Ready (SOAR)
If you have attended a career or technical program during high school, you may be eligible to earn college credits towards the baking & pastry certificate. Find out how through the Students Occupationally and Academically Ready (SOAR) program.
