Bring your passion for baking to life in a professional kitchen with Keiser University’s Associate of Science in Baking and Pastry Arts. This hands-on program blends industry-current training with a specialized focus on pastry and dessert creation. From artisan breads to handcrafted chocolates, delicate confections, and elegant plated desserts, you’ll master the techniques that define the art and science of baking. Along the way, skilled instructors help sharpen your creativity while you gain practical experience in a real-world culinary setting.
Gain the preparation and expertise to move forward with confidence:
Hands-On Learning: Train alongside experienced instructors who guide you through the art and science of baking.
Industry-Current Kitchens: Practice in professional-grade facilities designed to simulate real-world environments.
Foundations of Food Service: Understand key concepts in sanitation, supervision, and nutrition while balancing creativity with practical application.
You will also complete an externship in a working pastry kitchen, where you will gain real-world experience and professional connections before graduation.
Keiser University Center for Culinary Arts, Melbourne, Sarasota, and Tallahassee campuses, is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Inc., 6816 Southpoint Pkwy Ste 400, Jacksonville, FL 32216 (904) 824-4468, www.acfchefs.org.
Career Pathways
Graduates are prepared for opportunities in baking and culinary settings, including:
Keiser offers small classes for more personalized learning, one course at a time. In addition to in-person instruction at convenient campus locations near you, most general education classes may be taken online to fit your degree more flexibly into your life.
This program is offered at the following locations:
Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
One Class at a Time
Instead of juggling multiple assignments and exams, you will take one class for four weeks before moving on.
Financial Services
Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. You’re encouraged to make an appointment with the Financial Aid department to explore the funding needed for your educational investment.
