YTI Career Institute (YTI) offers a Pastry Arts program through the Pennsylvania School of Culinary Arts, a division of YTI Lancaster. This program is offered in a hybrid format, with lectures online and labs on campus. Graduates can earn their degree in 12 months as well as the option to receive certification as a Certified Pastry Culinarian (CPCC). The certification is through the American Culinary Federation (ACF) as long as students are a member of ACF prior to graduation.

What is the job outlook for a pastry arts chef? Statistics predict that the job growth for head cooks and chefs (including dessert and pastry chefs), will be at a 25% increase from 2020-2030, which is faster than average. This statistic is also applicable for bakers in industrial factories and groceries.

When it comes to average annual salary in Pennsylvania, the rate may vary per position. Average rates include workers with all levels of education and experience and do not represent entry level salary.

• Pastry Chef: $39,000
• Executive Pastry Chef: $70,000
• Chef: $45,000
• Baker: $28,000

While enrolled in the Pastry Arts program at YTI, students will take courses that will help them in the career field. These can include:

• Classical Pastry
• International Breads
• Cake Decoration I and II
• Retail Pastry Production
• Pastry Presentation
• Food Service Math

Continuing your education at YTI may be a great option for you, especially if you're looking to get started in a career in culinary arts. To learn more about the program, such as tuition cost, scheduling, and graduate success stories, check out the program description page. If you're ready to get started, enroll through our online application portal.