Baking And Pastry Classes

The baking and pastry program at Florida Technical College prepares students for a career in a hotel, restaurant, resort, bistro, or bakery as an executive pastry cook, chocolatier, or Boulanger. The program focuses on preparing students to serve as professional bakers and pastry specialist in restaurants and other commercial baking establishments. Program courses include: bread and pastry making, handling, and storage, as well as cake and pastry decorating, baking industry operations, product packaging and marketing operations, and counter display. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer baking and pastry classes.

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Florida Technical College

Also known as Florida State

222 S. Copeland Street, Tallahassee, FL

Florida Technical College is a two-year private junior college, offering Associate's Degrees and Diploma Programs in specialized business fields. FTC recognizes the growing need for entry level employees in many fast-growing professions and is committed to providing students the opportunity for their own career advancement. FTC began in 1982 and now has five locations in Orlando, Lakeland, Kissimmee, Deland and Pembroke Pines.

Degrees and Diploma Programs are offered in the following areas (depending on campus location):

• Healthcare
• Medical
• Paralegal
• Criminal Justice
• Culinary Arts
• Cosmetology
• Business

Enrollment and Admissions

Talking to a Florida Technical College Representative is very convenient. Because FTC is committed ot providing friendly, efficient, and practical advisement, representatives are readily available for online chat, by phone, or e-mail. They are there to get you started and guide you on the right program path.

Financial Aid

Florida Technical College is an accredited college, which allows for more financial aid options. Most students start the financial aid process by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form online. Multiple federal and state grants are available to FTC students, as well as the Imagine America High School Scholarship Opportunity. Making an appointment with one of FTC's Financial Aid Administrators can help a student understand their financial aid options and processes.

Students Enrolled in the Baking And Pastry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Florida State offers a less than two-year award program in baking and pastry.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chefs and Head Cooks

Description

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chefs and head cooks employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tallahassee, FL
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $45420

Bakers

Description

Mix and bake ingredients to produce breads, rolls, cookies, cakes, pies, pastries, or other baked goods.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, bakers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tallahassee, FL
  • Total Employment: 330
  • Average Hourly Rate: $11.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $23220

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).