The Pastry & Baking Arts Diploma Program at Florida Education Institute is designed to give students a strong, career-ready foundation in the art and science of professional pastry and baking. This hands-on pastry and baking arts training program introduces fundamental techniques used in today’s kitchens, including pastry production, cake design and decoration, laminated dough, artisan breads, hot and cold desserts, chocolate and sugar work, and dessert presentation for special events.
Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on accuracy, patience, disciplined hand skills, and a deep understanding of pastry and baking principles. Students train in a structured, real-world learning environment that mirrors professional kitchen expectations while building consistency, creativity, and technical confidence.
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The FEI High School Scholarship is available to high school seniors interested in pursuing their education at FEI. 4 annual scholarships of $2,500 each (two awarded in winter, two in fall).
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Established in memory of Luis Alvarez, CPA, FEI's accountant from our founding until 2009. Mr. Alvarez believed in the human spirit and built his practice on sincere hard work and friendship.
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The Pastry and Baking Arts Program at Florida Education Institute is a hands-on program focused on essential techniques and fundamentals. Students master core skills in baking principles, cake assembly and decoration, pastry fundamentals, and classic pastry. The curriculum also emphasizes food safety and sanitation, proper ingredient handling, and professional kitchen management, preparing graduates for entry-level roles in the specialized field of baking and pastry.
Explore Program DetailsThe curriculum covers international pastry training and baking fundamentals, including classic techniques from countries like France and Italy. Critically, the program features a Latin Twist, embracing and being influenced by Latin American and Cuban pastry and baking. This focus is highly relevant in South Florida and equips students with the skills to create traditional and modern desserts, preparing them for the diverse demands of the local hospitality industry.
View Program CoursesGraduates of the Pastry and Baking Arts Program may qualify for diverse employment opportunities in the hospitality industry. Potential career titles include Pastry Chef and Assistant Pastry Chef, Baker and Assistant Baker, Cake Decorator, and Pastry Cook. Employment venues in the Miami area include restaurants, hotels, resorts, specialty bakeries, and catering businesses.
Explore Career OpportunitiesThe application process at Florida Education Institute is designed to be simple. Prospective students should contact the Institute to schedule an appointment with our Admissions Team. Our advisors will guide you through the requirements and enrollment process. The Institute welcomes a diverse range of applicants, including those with family responsibilities and those seeking a career change, and offers frequent class start dates every three to four weeks.
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