Baking – Pre-Employment Program (H108)
Program Description
Program Overview
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, George Brown puts you at the centre of Canada's Baking and Pastry industry. This one-year Baking – Pre-Employment certificate program will help you learn the basics of pastry, cakes and decorating through hands-on training and classroom learning.
Full Description
If you want to work as a baker or pastry chef, this is where you start. This one-year certificate program will help you launch a career in baking and pastry arts. You’ll learn all the basics of pastry, cakes and decorating through hands-on training and classroom learning. You’ll also gain specialized knowledge in areas such as artisanal bread, chocolate techniques and fermentation, as well as menu management and nutrition.
Program Schedule
The schedule for the Baking – Pre-Employment program currently operates from Monday to Friday. Note: some classes may begin at 7 a.m. and others may run until 10 p.m.
Your Field Education Options
As part of the program, you will practice your skills by completing work-integrated learning opportunities through the program. Students will complete 24 hours, which may include weekends, modelling business and industry operations. This valuable experience can be added to your resumé.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
As a graduate from any culinary or baking and pastry management program in Ontario (or one-year certificate program with one year of industry experience), you are eligible to apply for our Advanced French Patisserie postgraduate program (H413).
Graduates may qualify for direct entry to the second year of the Baking and Pastry Arts Management diploma program. Summer semester graduates may be admitted in the Fall semester, based on space availability. Please contact the program co-ordinator for further information.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| HOSF1094 | Baking and Pastry Arts Theory I |
| HOSF1093 | Baking and Pastry Arts Skills I |
| HOSF1145 | Sanitation |
| HOSF1146 | Emergency First Aid/Heartsaver CPR (Weekend Course) |
| COMM1007 | College English** |
| MATH1102 | Mathematics for Hospitality** |
| GSCI1035 | Science of Sustainability |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| HOSF1097 | Baking and Pastry Arts Theory II |
| HOSF1096 | Baking and Pastry Arts Skills II |
| HOSF1224 | Dessert Menu Management* |
| HOSF2060 | Baking and Pastry Production I* |
| HOSF1255 | Nutrition Fundamentals from a Culinary Perspective |
| HOST1126 | Career Preparation* |
| HOSF1206 | Cost Control* (hybrid) |
| HOSF 1287 | WHMIS |
| HOST1068 | Smart Serve |
| HOST2092 | Work-Integrated Learning |
* 7-week course
** Based on the results of your placement test, you may be required to take COMM 1000 (Introduction to College Communication) before progressing to COMM 1007. COMM 1000 does not count as a course required for graduation and you will be charged for this extra course. Please visit our assessment centre for more information.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Identify the workings and the effects of ingredients on one another and predict how the end product will be affected.
- Perform problem-solving and troubleshoot recipes.
- Perform basic techniques involved in the daily production of a bakery or pastry shop.
- Recognize and produce both classical and modern baked goods.
- Apply food safety principles and practices as identified by the local health unit.
- Apply basic mathematical principles and recipe conversions, bakery formulations and percentages.
- Practise skills used in the daily operation of a bakery, including cost controls, food cost, percentages, labour cost and inventory controls.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2021. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2022 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Winter 2023. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Winter 2024 and at later dates.
† Additional Cost
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Uniform | $290 |
| Knives and small wares | $500-$700 |
| Manuals and books | $400 |
| Black safety shoes | $110-$160 |
View the Full Equipment List (PDF)
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
** Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit our transfer guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
Health Policy
Students should be aware that various allergens including nuts, dairy and shellfish are routinely used in practical labs. Students should also note that George Brown College is sensitive to religious observances; however, while products purchased for production and consumption meet all provincial and federal regulations, they may not meet specific dietary laws related to halal and kosher foods.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
Contact Us
DOMESTIC STUDENT ADMISSIONS
For inquiries about domestic admission requirements, admission deadlines or the admissions process, please contact the Admissions Office at admissions@georgebrown.ca or visit the Admissions web page.
FINANCIAL/FEES
For inquiries about OSAP, bursaries, scholarships and other financial inquiries, please contact the Financial Aid Office at FinAid@georgebrown.ca or visit the Financial Aid web page.
BAKING PRE-EMPLOYMENT (H108)
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