Baking And Pastry Classes

The baking and pastry program at University of Antelope Valley 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 California colleges that offer baking and pastry classes.

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University of Antelope Valley (UAV)

1989 Atlanta Ave, Riverside, CA

History

Founded in 1997 by Marc Johnson, the University of Antelope Valley was originally a training center offering classes in CPR and first aid. The facilities continued to expand until 2009, where UAV became an accredited institution offering associates, bachelors and masters degrees. The school is continuing to expand, with plans to offer a wider variety of educational programs and expand the campus.

Academics

UAV offers an increasing number of programs from certificate and continuing education courses to master's degrees.  UAV places a high amount of importance on education, offering educational opportunities to the global community in order to produce qualified individuals.

Programs offered include:

• Business Management
• Criminal Justice
• Nursing
• Hospitality Management
• Medical Assistant
• Massage Therapy

Admissions and Financial Aid

UAV has an online application to begin the admissions process. Interested students must take an assessment test and provide proof of identification. Some admissions policies will vary based on degree pursued. Financial aid is available and all students are encouraged to pursue financial aid opportunities by meeting with a counselor at the financial aid office.

Athletics

The UAV Pioneers have a baseball and softball team that play in the NCSA Southern Pacific Conference.

Students Enrolled in the Baking And Pastry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Antelope Valley 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

• Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $49970

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

• Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $26360

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