Baking Diploma is a Diploma program offered by Des Moines Area Community College in Newton, IA. The program takes 35 credits to complete, with a total tuition of $7,525.
Program Overview
Location: Newton
Pathway: Design, Media, & the Arts
Program Graduation Requirements: To earn a Baking Diploma, a student must complete all required coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.
Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 35 Credits
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?: - Ability to read and follow recipes and directions carefully and learn to use new methods. - Work under pressure and with some confusion. - Acquire a sense of taste and smell. - Work well on your own and with others. - Visualize how a finished product will look. - Use arithmetic in measurements, purchasing and cost control. - Supervise and manage people.
What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?: - Success depends upon demonstrating strong organizational skills. - Success depends on demonstrating strong math skills. - May work irregular hours, including nights and/or holidays and weekends. - May be able to go into business for yourself. - Anticipated average starting salary $25,640 Annual mean wage. (source: Iowa Workforce Development)
Program Competencies: - Demonstrate the workplace basic skills of listening, writing, computing, problem solving, interpersonal relationships and leadership - Demonstrate the ability to select, identify, prepare and properly store fruits, grains, nuts, chocolate, and sugar - Prepare basic breads, pastries, cakes and desserts - Demonstrate the ability to use basic baking fundamentals and procedures - Demonstrate the ability to use scaling, shaping, baking, icing and decorating techniques - Research the selection and preparation of more difficult French pastries - Apply knowledge of nutrition, menu planning, and production in baking - Implement good sanitation and safety procedures - Operate kitchen equipment safely - Clean kitchen equipment safely - Apply knowledge of purchasing, cost control, estimates of consumption, and portion control - Apply good decorating techniques and efficient work productivity - Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and adaptable - Utilize effective time management rules and techniques - Demonstrate the ability to work in a team setting - Evaluate baked goods for quality in color, texture and flavor
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
Accreditations
Program Schedule
Students may start this program Fall Semester
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Career Outcomes
What Kind of Work Will You Do?: - Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operation of a bakeshop. - Specialize in baking, finishing, piping and decorating. - Creating a repertoire of baking formulas which include standardization and cost analysis. - Specialize in artistic presentations of showpieces and plated desserts. - Arrange special menus for conventions, training seminars, and workshops. - Supervise and manage to include such duties as interviewing, hiring, and firing bakery help.
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