All Wake Tech campuses are closed Monday, February 2, 2026, due to inclement weather. Students taking in-person classes should check with their instructors for more information. Online courses continue as scheduled. Many Wake Tech services, including Admissions and Academic Advising, are available virtually at virtualsupport.waketech.edu. Wake Tech employees who can work remotely should do so.
The Baking & Pastry Arts curriculum is designed to provide students the knowledge and skills required for employment in the baking and pastry industry, including the following:
Course offerings emphasize practical application, a strong theoretical knowledge base and professionalism, providing the critical competencies to meet industry demands. Course work includes specialty/artisan breads, desserts, pastries, candies, decorative work, high-volume production and food marketing.
Graduates should qualify for entry-level positions, such as pastry/bakery assistant, area pastry chef and assistant pastry chef. American Culinary Federation certification is available to graduates