Program Details

Program Name

Baking & Pastry Arts

Program Website

http://www.matc.edu/business/degrees/baking-pastry-arts.cfm

Institution

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Institution Website

ITA Program Number (for staff only)

01074_00003

Format

In-Person

Program Description

Learn techniques of producing artisan breads, classic pastry, pies, tarts, celebration cakes, confections and showpieces. Throughout the program, students develop professionalism and proficiency in production methods and presentation techniques, as well as cost control and food safety. Students also learn firsthand how to run a successful bakery caf operation from both the front and back of the house. Career Outlook The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook data show that employment in the food preparation sector is expected to increase. Highly skilled bakers should be especially in demand because of growing demand for specialty products. Program Learning Outcomes Demonstrate baking and pastry skills Apply principles of safety and sanitation in food service operations Apply principles of nutrition Analyze food service financial information Apply supervision skills Relate food service operations to sustainability Show More

Education Needed for Enrollment

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Additional Requirements

Ability to lift 50 lbs Purchase of pastry tool kit and uniform

This Program is Offered

August and January

Duration

This program takes approximately 19 hours per week for 64 week(s).

Schedule

This program is offered

Days
Evenings

Full-Time/Part-Time

This program is offered Part-Time

Application Deadline

Not Applicable

Related Occupations

Bakers
Food Preparation Workers
Chefs and Head Cooks

Leads to WIOA-Defined Credential

Yes

Program Outcome

The institution reports this program leads to -

Associate degree

Name of Associated Credential

Associate Degree

Financial Aid

Financial aid is available for this program.

Tuition and Required Fees

$9,151.92

Books

$5,009.92

Supplies/Materials

$0.00

Other Fees

$0.00

Total Cost

$14,161.84

Refund Policy

Spring and Fall 15/16-week courses Day & Evening Class Refunds Refund: Before the class begins 100% From calendar days 1 through 12 80% From calendar days 13 through 25 60% After calendar day 25 0% Summer and all other courses less than 15 weeks Day, Evening & Weekend Class Refunds Amount of refund: Before the class begins 100% Before 11% of scheduled class is completed 80% From 11% to 20% of scheduled class completed 60% After 20% of scheduled classes is completed 0%

Covers the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023

This program is offered at the following location(s) for in-person instruction:

Downtown Milwaukee Campus

700 West State Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233

Program Contact(s)

Brian Carlson

Dean, Creative Arts, Design & Media
carlsobd@matc.edu
(414) 297-7508

Debra Socha

Instructor, Baking
sochad@matc.edu
(414) 297-6860

Disability Accommodation Contact(s)

Not Provided

Language Accommodation Contact(s)

Not Provided

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