What Are Your Dessert Education Options? :A blog around dessert education.

Introduction

I love desserts. There’s just something about the way a well-made dessert can brighten up your day, or satisfy your sweet tooth. But I’m also a chef who knows that desserts are more than just a pretty face: they’re an art form that requires knowledge of ingredients, techniques and equipment. Whether you want to learn how to bake treats at home or work as a pastry chef at some of the world’s most famous restaurants, there are plenty of ways to get educated on all things dessert.

An overview of careers in the dessert industry

You might be interested in a career in the dessert industry if you like working in the service industry, or if you’re interested in working with your hands, or if you’re looking for a creative environment.

on-the-job training

On-the-job training is the most common and least expensive way to get your dessert education. You’ll learn by working alongside a trained chef or pastry chef, who can teach you everything from how to use the oven to how to garnish desserts with fresh berries or whipped cream.

The benefits of on-the-job training include making money while learning new skills, being able to schedule your hours around other responsibilities like school or family commitments, and getting hands-on experience in real restaurants (rather than just reading about them in books).

On the other hand, there are drawbacks: You may not have any formal training at all; you won’t earn any college credits; and some employers may be reluctant to hire someone with no formal culinary background.

If you do decide that this option is right for you, make sure that you ask lots of questions about what kind of job duties will be expected from you and whether there are opportunities for advancement within the company as well as outside it (which could help pay off student loans).

apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a multi-year program where you learn to become a pastry chef by working in the kitchen of an established pastry chef. Typically, an apprenticeship host will provide room and board during your time with them, as well as expenses for any classes that you may need to take as part of your education.

In order to find an apprenticeship, start by contacting local bakeries or restaurants and inquiring about their program requirements. If they don’t have one in place already, they might be open to getting one started. It’s also possible that you could find someone willing to be your host if you simply reach out on social media or even through friends who work at nearby bakeries and restaurants!

Benefits of learning through an apprenticeship include:

• Working hands-on with experienced staff members who can teach you their techniques quickly and easily;
• Being able to learn from people who are passionate about food—and especially dessert!

Culinary schools

If you’re interested in pursuing a culinary degree, there are many options. The first step is to decide whether you want to do it online or on campus. Most schools offer both options, though some only have one option for their students. Keep in mind that most programs will require students to take the same core courses regardless of where they enroll or how they plan on taking classes.

If you want to attend culinary school at an accredited college or university, then make sure that they are approved by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). It’s important when looking at colleges because not all schools offer degrees that qualify candidates for state licensure or national certification exams required by employers who hire graduates from these schools. Another thing worth noting is that if you plan on working under someone else’s name after graduating from your culinary program then make sure they don’t own any part of their business before signing up for classes!

Baking and pastry programs in traditional colleges and universities

Baking and pastry programs are offered at traditional colleges and universities. If you have the time and money to devote to your studies, this may be a good choice for you. Baking and pastry programs can help you build a strong foundation in baking and pastry.

Continuing education courses.

Continuing education courses are often available through a variety of providers, including culinary schools and local community colleges. These courses tend to be shorter than traditional programs (the length of time it takes you to complete the course will depend on your schedule), but they’re also generally less expensive.

There are many factors that go into choosing continuing education courses, such as whether you prefer an online format or in-person learning, what kind of style suits your personality and learning style best, and how much money you want to spend on these classes.

There are a lot of options for dessert education

There are a lot of options for dessert education. You can go to culinary school, or you can learn on the job and read books. You can also take online classes, watch YouTube videos and read blogs like this one!

The best way to learn about desserts is by joining the pastry arts world—either in a restaurant kitchen or at home. It’s up to you how much formal education you want before entering that world, but it all starts with making your own desserts, whether that means baking cookies or making ice cream (or both).