A.A.S. in Culinary Arts: Baking and Pastry

Culinary Arts: Baking and Pastry Degree (A.A.S.)

The A.A.S. in Culinary Arts: Baking and Pastry Program teaches students the finer points of working in the food service industry. Course offerings in food preparation, baking, pastries, purchasing, food safety and sanitation, along with supervision, combine theory and concept with demonstrations by chefs and hands-on practice. Some students will have the opportunity to earn experience working at OTC’s on-campus restaurant, Scallions. Graduates find work in a variety of settings from managing restaurants to starting their own bakeries.

This program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFEFAC).

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Program At a Glance

For those who want to:

Create their own desserts and pastries
Learn how the food service industry works
Gain experience working in a real, on-campus restaurant
Strengthen their credentials

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Program Snapshot

In-district Tuition: $7,488.00*
Out-of-district Tuition: $10,752.00*
Credits: 64*
Average Length: 2.8 Years
Median Salary: $25,632*

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Possible Careers

Baker
Cake designer
Pastry chef
Food stylist
Chocolatier

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*Costs are estimates and are subject to change. Please visit the tuition and fees details page for precise details or call 417-447-7500. Degree time/credits vary with students' enrollment and course completion. Graduation retention varies by case. For program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates visit Student Outcomes/Student Right-to-Know. Salary information is provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.

Degree Requirements

credit hours

Program Required Courses

credit hours

General Education

For the full program requirements, see curriculum. For the full list of courses, see the catalog.

Program Details

Program Contact

Lisa Gardner
Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management
Department Chair
417-447-8281

Admissions

Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.

Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.