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From delicate cakes to creamy custards, airy meringues to chewy macaroons, this precise and artistic baking discipline represents a valued and sought-after specialization within the culinary field. The Baking and Pastry Arts Level 1 Certificate program caters to culinary students and professionals pursuing careers in the vibrant, imaginative realm of desserts and pastry. This foundational program teaches essential techniques for creating cakes, pastries, frozen treats, chocolate confections, traditional regional sweets, and artisanal breads. Guided by seasoned instructors, students receive practical training in modern kitchen facilities, learning about ingredient properties, product recognition, and financial management principles for effective budgeting and profitability.
Prospective students who wish to attend LaSalle College Vancouver and do not qualify as a mature student must have successfully completed the requirements for secondary school graduation or equivalent, as set by the recognized legal authority in the jurisdiction where secondary school was completed.
English Language Proficiency Requirements
IELTS (Academic): 5.5
TOEFL (Internet based): 75
Cambridge: B1 Preliminary for Schools (PET) 150+
CEFR: B1 (formerly known as B1+, i.e., @51 - 58 on GSE)