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HCPS Academic & Career Planning Guide

Baking and Pastry Specialization Honors

Baking and Pastry Specialization

  • Course # 8279
  • 3 Credits/Elective
  • 36 Weeks- Available at ACE Center at Hermitage 
  • *Prerequisite:  Culinary Arts I
  • Dual Enrollment may be available with Reynolds Community College

Description

  • Build on knowledge gained in Culinary Arts I
  • Apply nutritional principles, plan menus, use business and mathematics skills, select and maintain food services equipment, and adhere to safety and sanitation standards in a hands-on environment
  • Discover methods, learn skills and apply baking and pastry-preparation techniques (e.g., demonstrate mise en place for baking and pastries, etc.) 
  • Explore careers, postsecondary education, and entrepreneurial opportunities within the field of culinary arts