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Baking and Pastry Arts Management
1813/
1823
1873
LENGTH INTAKE CREDENTIAL LOCATION (In-class) (Online)
2 years/
4 semesters
Fall, Summer
(1813);
Winter (1823);
Fall, Winter,
Summer (1873)
Ontario College
Diploma
Progress
(1813, 1823);
Online
(1873)
Retail sales of baked goods in Canada are expected to reach more than $6 billion in 2022. That
means the sector needs professionals who not only have fundamental baking and pastry arts skills
but also possess menu design, purchasing, planning and execution, and baking management
abilities. You will gain this know-how in Centennial’s baking and pastry arts labs, on-campus café,
restaurant and event space. The hands-on experience will lead to a 14-week work-integrated learning
opportunity. Important industry certifications such as Smart Serve, Safe Food Handlers, CPR and
It’s Your Shift (a training and awareness program to prevent sexual harassment and violence) will
complement your diploma.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
or equivalent, or mature student status
(19 years or older)
• English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent
(minimum grade required) or take the
Centennial College English Skills Assessment
for Admission
• English language proficiency
centennialcollege.ca/1813
centennialcollege.ca/1823
centennialcollege.ca/1873
hospitality@centennialcollege.ca
416-289-5000, ext. 2569
Note: After successfully completing the one-year Baking Skills program, you may directly enter the third semester of this program
and earn a diploma in one additional year.
CAREER OUTLOOK
Pastry chef / Bakery chef / Food entrepreneur
Baking Skills 1810 1860
LENGTH INTAKE CREDENTIAL LOCATION (In-class) (Online)
1 year/
2 semesters
Fall, Winter,
Summer
Ontario College
Certificate
Progress (1810),
Online (1860)
From large companies such as commercial bakeries to launching your own cake shop, there is a
demand for professional bakers. This program will establish the foundational baking skills you need
to start and excel in the sector. Through experiential learning opportunities in realistic settings —
including Centennial’s commercial bake lab, and an on-campus café, restaurant and event space
— you will learn everything from fine decorating and finishing to large quantity production techniques.
You will graduate with industry certifications such as Smart Serve, Safe Food Handlers and CPR as
well as It’s Your Shift (a training and awareness program to prevent sexual harassment and violence).
Note: After successfully completing this program, you may enter the third semester of the Baking and Pastry Arts Management
diploma program.
CAREER OUTLOOK
Commercial baker / Production baker / Cake decorator
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
or equivalent, or mature student status
(19 years or older)
• English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent
(minimum grade required) or take the
Centennial College English Skills Assessment
for Admission
• English language proficiency
centennialcollege.ca/1810
centennialcollege.ca/1860
hospitality@centennialcollege.ca
416-289-5000, ext. 2569
HOSPITALITY, TOURISM
AND CULINARY ARTS
centennialcollege.ca/our-programs
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