Program Details

Baking and Pastry Arts Level 1

Certificate
A proud, smiling student baker in a kitchen shows the camera 4 freshly baked baguettes.

About the Program

Get career-ready with a Certificate in Baking & Pastry Arts.

Master baking and pastry essentials. Hone skills in desserts, edible art, cakes, chocolates through hands-on, personalized training.

Delve into the business side of the food service industry, and acquire practical experience, guided by LaSalle College Vancouver.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply fundamental concepts and skills in basic baking and pastry.
  • Develop advanced skills in pâtisserie and cakes, bread and baking production.
  • Craft chocolate and confections.
  • Engage with operational and business aspects of the food services industry.

Profile

Successful Baking & Pastry Technicians have a unique combination of skills, including:

  • Fast-paced motivation

    Thrive in a busy, dynamic work environment.

  • Creative problem-solving

    Think critically to adapt to changing demands in both the kitchen and the industry.

  • People-focused attention to detail

    Strive to provide excellent customer experiences through careful, high quality work.

  • Taste

    Cultivate a discerning palette beyond food, for industry trends, market demands, and worthwhile innovations.

Career Prospects

A creative yet technical specialization, Baking and Pastry Arts are experiencing a renaissance in a rapidly growing industry.

Vancouver's many food service establishments are in constant need of skilled baking and pastry upcoming chefs to remain competitive in an increasingly diverse culinary landscape.

Career Fields

  • Assistant Baker, Baker,
  • Pastry Cook, Pastry Sous-chef.

Required Materials

Purchase of a Culinary Kit is mandatory for this program.

  • Uniform,
  • Non-slip, CSA safety approved kitchen shoes,
  • Baking and Pastry Fundamentals Book.
A focused chef meticulously garnishes a dish, while a colleague works in the background of a bustling restaurant kitchen.

Opportunities

Cutting-edge facilities & equipment

Get hands-on, personalized education in industry-grade, state-of the-art kitchens.

Admissions Criteria

  • Domestic applicants generally require:

     • Proof of Secondary Graduation or equivalent,

    • Government photo ID.

    Some programs have additional admissions requirements. All submitted applications are reviewed. Learn more about admissions criteria for domestic applicants.

  • International applicants generally require:

     • Proof of Secondary Graduation or equivalent in English (official translations),

    • Photocopy of valid Passport,

    • Proof of English language proficiency,

    • Photocopy of valid Study Permit.

    Some programs have additional admissions requirements. All submitted applications are reviewed. Learn more about admissions criteria for international applicants.

Academic Dates

List of Courses

The Certificate in Baking & Pastry Arts consists of 30 credits over two quarters. 

QUARTER 1

  • Foundations of Baking Techniques, Theory and Trade Calculations
  • Sustainability and Dimensions of the Hospitality Industry
  • Employee Health and Workplace Safety

QUARTER 2

  • Foundations of Pastry Techniques and Theory
  • Nutrition
  • Sustainable Purchasing and Cost Controlling

*Actual course order subject to change

Tuition & Aid

Make a plan with the support of LaSalle College Vancouver's Financial Planning Services! Let us: 

  • Estimate the cost of your education,  
  • Add up your available education-cost resources,  
  • Subtract available resources from estimated cost, 

So that you can get money matters out of the way and focus on your dream career!

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