Bakery/Pastry A.A.S. is an Associate Degree program offered by Dallas College in Dallas, TX. Tuition is $5,940 total.
Program Overview
The A.A.S. degree in Bakery/Pastry provides students the basic and advanced skills, practice and experience needed to build a professional career as a head baker/pastry chef. This degree program will equip students to advance into supervisory roles as their experience and skills develop. Components of the degree program include supervisory and management theory and practice as well as hands-on food preparation and advanced baking/pastry techniques across multiple product categories. Practical work experience and academic preparation are also included in this degree to produce well-rounded professionals with the confidence to become leaders in the food and hospitality industry. All CHEF, IFWA, PSTR and RSTO courses must be completed with a “C" or better. This award is accredited by the American Culinary Federation and completers qualify for entry-level pastry chef certification. Completing the courses on this degree also completes the Bakery/Pastry Foundations Certificate (BF) and the Bakery/Pastry Specialist Certificate (BC) and are noted below. The Bakery/Pastry Foundations Certificate must be completed prior to enrollment in the Bakery/Pastry Specialist Certificate.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
Courses in Semester 1 are taught in 8 and 16-week semesters. Students enrolled in a 16-week semester cannot take CHEF 1301 and CHEF 2331 in the same semester.
MATHEMATICS ELECTIVE This is a Core course. M ust earn a grade of “C" or higher. There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Bakery/Pastry Specialist Certificate and Bakery/Pastry A.A.S.
Curriculum
Dallas College publishes a semester-by-semester pathway for this credential totalling 60 semester credit hours across 22 courses, listed below. The pathway is an example sequence, not a contract; the official requirements are in the college catalog.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Admission Requirements and Process
Credential type: Associate of Applied Science.
Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide