Baking & Pastry Arts Certificate

The Pastry Arts Certificate is designed to prepare the student for a career in baking and pastry arts. Chefs specialize in breads, tortes or wedding cake design. Employment opportunities exist in private clubs, fine dining restaurants, food markets or as an entrepreneur.

Specialized courses include plated desserts, cake decorating, chocolate candy making, and sugar artistry. Some students combine certification with their Culinary Arts Degree to enhance their skill and employment prospects.

Certificate Program

Culinary Arts - Baking & Pastry Arts (CUL.BPA.CT)

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Fill out our inquiry form to register for a Culinary Orientation Session.

For general questions call (248) 246-2501.

The Baking and Pastry Arts Certificate program at Oakland Community College offers a unique hands-on experience designed to build on knowledge and technical skills attained through foundation courses. OCC alumni include pastry chefs and business owners who have received local and national recognition for their pastry and ice carving skills.

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Culinary Virtual Orientation

Students who want to take the next step in exploring their culinary career, attend one of the virtual or in person orientation sessions below.

Students are required to attend an informal virtual orientation to learn about the program requirements and scheduling prior to taking CUL-1011. The session lasts for approximately 1 hour. CUL-1010 may be taken before the virtual orientation.

Fill out our inquiry form to register for the session of your choice. Virtual orientations are held over Zoom.

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Upcoming Culinary Orientation Sessions

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Dec 10 2025

5:00PM Virtual Event

Virtual Culinary Orientation

Orientation sessions are mandatory for all students applying to the Culinary Program. Each session...

Start Your Someday Today!

Fill out our inquiry form for more program information, general questions, or to register for a virtual orientation.

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Culinary Arts - Associate in Applied Science (CUL.AAS)

Hospitality Management Certificate (31 Credits)

Culinary Arts - Baking & Pastry Arts (CUL.BPA.CT)

Food Service Foundations Certificate

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Prepare to Transfer – Even if You Are Not Planning to Today!

By planning early and working with an OCC Counselor throughout your OCC experience you will be able to maximize your OCC applicable credits upon transfer. If you are pursuing an associate in applied science you may be able to satisfy the Michigan Transfer Agreement by taking as few as four additional courses, saving you time, money and aggravation! Regardless of your program of study, OCC has many Transfer Credit Agreements with colleges and universities to assist with navigating your way to a bachelor’s degree. Visit the College Transfer Success Guide webpage for additional information and resources.