Bakery Specialist BPSE.S.STC

Short-term Technical Certificate - 19 Credit Hours

Division: Business and Public Services
Department: Hospitality Management
Effective as of Fall 2025

What is the program about?

The Bakery Specialist short-term certificate program is designed to provide students the knowledge and skills necessary to be employed in a commercial retail bakery after completion.

Program Outcomes

• On a practical exam within two hours students must produce a baked item and discuss the science behind it at 70% or above accuracy.
• Produce plated desserts at restaurant quality for 4 service events at 70% or above accuracy level.
• On a Final Practical, students will plan, develop, and present a sugar sculpture with candies/confections and explain the scientific techniques and processes involved at 70% or above accuracy
• Take the National Restaurant Association ServSafe exam within two hours and receive a 70% or above accuracy.

Career Opportunities

A student completing this short-term certificate will be eligible for a position as a baker in retail grocery baking departments or as a baker in an independent bakery.

Prerequisites

• HMT 1107