Bakery and Pastry Arts
The Art of Precision, The Taste of Perfection.
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Master the Sweet Science of Elegance.
Course Information
Course Overview
Length: 860 Hours
Turn your passion for baking into a rewarding career.
The Baking and Pastry Arts program at Elizabeth Career College is a hands-on, career-focused program designed for aspiring bakers and pastry professionals who want to master both creativity and technique.
From artisan breads and delicate pastries to elegant desserts and professional cake decoration, students learn in a real kitchen environment that mirrors today’s bakery and pastry industry. This program blends classic techniques with modern trends, giving students the confidence and skills to succeed in professional kitchens or start their own baking businesses.
You’ll gain practical experience, industry knowledge, and professional discipline — all guided by experienced chef instructors who are passionate about helping you succeed.
Curriculum
15 Modules
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Introduction to Workplace and Food Safety
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Basic Nutrition From a Culinary Perspective
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Baking and Pastry Arts Theory I
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Baking and Pastry Arts Theory II
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Baking and Pastry Arts Skills I
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Baking and Pastry Arts Skills II
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Bakery Project & Practices
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Baking and Pastry Production
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International Bakery
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Dessert Menu Management
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Cost Control
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Culinary Math Essentials
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Communicating Across Contexts
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Practicum
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Assessment: The Show Time (Final Practice Exam)
Course Requirements
Application Documents
Ontario Secondary High School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
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Mature student status with relevant professional experience (determined by the instructors)
Career
Future Career Path
Pastry Chef / Pastry Cook
Cake Decorator
Bakery Assistant or Supervisor
Dessert Specialist
Catering or Event Pastry Professional
Bakery Entrepreneur / Small Business Owner of Pastry
Learning Outcomes
What you will learn
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Professional baking techniques, from fundamentals to advanced skills
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Food safety and sanitation practices essential for commercial kitchens
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Dessert menu planning and management
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Culinary math and cost control to maximize profitability
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Certified cake decoration techniques
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International baking styles and global dessert trends
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Effective communication skills for bakery and kitchen environments
Advantages
Highlights of our program
Hands-On Professional Training: Learn in a kitchen environment designed to simulate real bakery operations.
Comprehensive Skill Development: Progress from basic baking techniques to advanced pastry and dessert production.
Strong Food Safety Focus: Gain essential food safety knowledge required in professional culinary settings.
Business-Oriented Learning: Develop skills in menu management, cost control, and culinary math — critical for career growth.
Certified Cake Decoration: Receive specialized training and certification in professional cake decorating techniques.
International Baking Exposure: Explore global baking styles and pastry traditions.
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High Paying Career: The average salary for a Pastry Chef in Canada is approximately $70,000 per year
