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Planner for Baking and Pastry Arts (certificate)


Title of Certificate: Baking and Pastry (certificate)

Award: Certificate

Code: CRT.HRM.COOK-BAKING

Total Credit Hours: 22 credit hours

About the Hotel, Culinary Arts, and Tourism (HCAT) Institute

Purpose: Prepares students for entry level employment in the hospitality industry such as in a restaurant, hotel or bakery. This certificate builds toward Hotel/Restaurant Management degree in the Baking and Pastry Arts concentration. 

Range of Occupations:

  • Baker
  • Pastry Cook

Faculty Contact (webapps.aacc.edu/directory): David Ludwig

Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.

All students must demonstrate eligibility for ENG 101 /ENG 101A . Refer to Academic Regulations on Graduation Requirements , “Certificate Requirements” for more information.

Course/Advising Notes: ______________________________________________________________________________

Term 1

Course Name Credits Term Taken Grade
HRM 111 - Introduction to the Hospitality Industry   3 credit hours    
HRM 119 - Certification in Sanitation   1 credit hours    
HRM 121 - Introduction to Cooking  
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3 credit hours    
HRM 124 - Introduction to Baking and Pastry  
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3 credit hours    

Term 2

Course Name Credits Term Taken Grade
HRM 190 - Food Science and Nutritional Cooking 
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3 credit hours    
HRM 201 - Intermediate Bread Production  
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3 credit hours    
HRM 202 - Intermediate Cake Production  
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3 credit hours    
HRM 203 - Intermediate Pastry Production 
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3 credit hours    

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