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- School Code: 322000
- Phone: (541) 552-7672
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
91%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
56FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,364Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
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Baking And Pastry Classes
The baking and pastry program at Southwestern Oregon Community 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 Oregon colleges that offer baking and pastry classes.
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Southwestern Oregon Community College
1250 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR
Southwestern Oregon Community College is your guide to success. It is the destination for education and training that will help you complete your goals.
Southwestern is located at the center of Oregon’s south coast known for its open beaches, scenic natural environment, abundant wildlife and recreational activities. The main campus is situated at 988 Newmark Avenue, Coos Bay and the other one is in Curry County. It is the only public college in the region.
You can choose from its extensive array of classes for certificate programs and college transfer degrees, as well as testing like GED, Business Development Center services, professional and continuing education. Many of these degree and certificate programs are available in the Curry Campus and via Distance Learning online. Be assured of quality instruction as it has high-credentialed faculty and staff providing variety of enrichment and lifelong opportunities.
As a student, you have access to its valuable campus services such as student housing, financial aid, counseling, academic, career and transfer advising, internships, disability accommodations, CARE connections and more.
You’ll be impressed by its notable facilities in the campus. Among them are the Family Center, Tutoring Lab, Writing Center, and a Student Rec Center for fitness and recreation.
SWOCC also has a University Center which allows students to complete a bachelor’s and master’s degree within the campus premises. This is in collaboration with Oregon’s 4-year universities.
Whether you are taking up a short course, an associate’s degree, a transfer degree, Southwestern Oregon Community College can help you achieve a rewarding future.
Students Enrolled in the Baking And Pastry Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southwestern Oregon Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 8 |
Associate's Degree | 8 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 4 |
Female | 12 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 2 |
Asian | 2 |
White | 12 |
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
Students who have completed the Baking And Pastry program at Southwestern Oregon Community College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Medford, OR
- Total Employment: 140
- Average Hourly Rate: $15.51
- Average Annual Salary: $32260
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
- Medford, OR
- Total Employment: 210
- Average Hourly Rate: $14.13
- Average Annual Salary: $29380
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Southwestern Oregon Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Southwestern Oregon Community College may offer services to students including:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southwestern Oregon Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling