Baking and Pastry - Level I (Certificate N0888)

Business Division
Culinary, Hospitality, Nutrition & Foods Department

The Baking and Pastry Certificate prepares students for employment in bakeries, restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and a variety of other foodservice establishments. Through hands-on training with commercial baking equipment, students develop essential skills in production baking, candy making, specialty cakes, plated desserts, and artisan bread making.
The program emphasizes precision, creativity, and consistency—key qualities for success in professional baking environments. Students also learn portion control techniques and gain a solid foundation in food safety practices. Upon successful completion of the program, students earn a nationally recognized Food Protection Manager Certification, enhancing their employability and industry readiness.

Required Courses

Course Prefix Course Name Units
CUL 102Professional Cooking I3
CUL 105Baking and Pastry I2
CUL 106Baking and Pastry II2.5
CUL 113Commercial Food Production3
CUL 115Restaurant Operations4
CUL 117Artisan Bread2.5
CUL 118Specialty Cakes2
HRM 52Food Safety and Sanitation2
Total Units21
Program Learning Outcomes

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