Pastry Arts Certificate

About this programme

Develop professional baking and pastry skills through hands-on training in commercial kitchens . Learn to create artisan breads, cakes, pastries, plated desserts and chocolate confections, then apply your skills during a 10-week co-op placement . Certificate Certificates are short programs focused on specific skills or subjects. They are a fast and flexible way to start a new career, upgrade your qualifications or gain professional recognition. Full-time You take a regular course load and move through the program at the standard pace. Expect to study most weekdays. Domestic students $6,396 estimated total program cost Domestic students Estimated first-year cost Kelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm: $6,396 Estimated total program cost Kelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm: $6,396 Rise up the ranks of the pastry industry with proven training from leading instructors. This 50-week certificate combines hands-on training in professional baking and pastry techniques with the knowledge needed to work in commercial kitchens. The program also highlights the Okanagan's farm-to-table ingredients, including locally grown fruit, vegetables, herbs and grains. Through practical training and a 10-week co-op placement , you will develop the skills and workplace experience needed to pursue opportunities in bakeries, restaurants, hotels, resorts and other food service settings. Complete a 10-week co-op placement to apply your pastry and baking skills in a real workplace. Learn about production schedules, professional standards, kitchen teamwork and employer expectations while gaining experienc