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Baking & Pastry Arts Certificate

The Pastry Arts Certificate is designed to prepare the student for a career in baking and pastry arts. Chefs specialize in breads, tortes or wedding cake design. Employment opportunities exist in private clubs, fine dining restaurants, food markets or as an entrepreneur. 

Specialized courses include plated desserts, cake decorating, chocolate candy making, and sugar artistry. Some students combine certification with their Culinary Arts Degree to enhance their skill and employment prospects.

Certificate Program

Start Your Someday Today!

Fill out our inquiry form to register for a Culinary Orientation Session.

For general questions call (248) 246-2501.

Did you know?
The Baking and Pastry Arts Certificate program at Oakland Community College offers a unique hands-on experience designed to build on knowledge and technical skills attained through foundation courses. OCC alumni include pastry chefs and business owners who have received local and national recognition for their pastry and ice carving skills.

OCC Culinary Faculty Spotlight: Greg Stroker

Next Step: Attend Culinary Virtual Orientation

Students who want to take the next step in exploring their culinary career, attend one of the virtual or in person orientation sessions below.

Students are required to attend an informal virtual orientation to learn about the program requirements and scheduling prior to taking CUL-1011. The session lasts for approximately 1 hour. CUL-1010 may be taken before the virtual orientation.

Fill out our inquiry form to register for the session of your choice. Virtual orientations are held over Zoom.

 
 

 

Get Started in Baking & Pastry Arts

Fill out our inquiry form for more program information, general questions, or to register for a virtual orientation.

Submit your full email address, including the "@" symbol and the TLD (.com, .edu or other)
Submit your full phone number including the area code, ex: (248) 555-5555
Which program are you interested in?
How would you like to attend orientation?*
(Please choose a date listed above.)
 

 

Prepare to Transfer – Even if You Are Not Planning to Today! 

Maximize your OCC-applicable credits upon transfer. Plan early and work with an OCC Counselor throughout your OCC experience. If you pursue an associate in applied science, you may satisfy the Michigan Transfer Agreement by taking as few as four additional courses. Save time, money and aggravation!

Whatever your program of study, OCC has many Transfer Credit Agreements with colleges and universities to help you navigate your way to a bachelor's degree. View the College Transfer Success Guide for more information.

Contact Information

Christina Santos
Phone: (248) 246-2500

We are located at:

Royal Oak Campus
E Building
739 S. Washington Ave
Royal Oak, MI 48067

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