Baker Apprentice
Overview
Learn all the elements of professional artisan baking and pastry arts while working your way up to a B.C. trade certificate.
| Tuition | Per level |
|---|---|
| Credential | Apprenticeship |
| Length | 4 weeks per level |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
What to expect
Courses are taught in person at the VCC downtown campus.
What you will learn
- How to prepare doughs and batters.
- How to decorate cakes and other treats.\n
- How to ensure consistent quality across large quantities of baked goods.\n
- How to operate large mixers, ovens and other small-scale industrial equipment.\n
- How to order, organize and store food safely.
Program duration and maximum time for completion
The technical training (12 weeks) generally takes 3 years to complete, alongside 5400 hours of work-based training. There is no maximum time to completion.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- A valid SkilledTradesBC ID number
- A current employer and sponsor. Note: Every registered apprentice has both an employer and a sponsor. The employer hires you and pays for your work; the sponsor commits to helping you get opportunities to learn on the job and reports on your progress. In most cases, the employer and sponsor are the same person or organization.
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Recommended considerations
- Creative
- Expressive
- Precise
- Visual
Program availability
Not currently available.
Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BAKP 1001 | Baking and Pastry Apprentice Level 1 | 4 |
| BAKP 2001 | Baking and Pastry Apprentice Level 2 | 4 |
| BAKP 3001 | Baking and Pastry Apprentice Level 3 | 4 |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and costs
| Level 1 |
$665
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| Level 2 |
$665
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| Level 3 |
$665
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* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit.
Refund policies vary for domestic and international students. Review the applicable policy for eligibility, deadlines, and refund amounts.
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Technical requirement
How to apply
All apprentice training is open for applications. Go to EducationPlanner BC and apply for the term that is open. You will be able to register in courses starting that term and future terms.
Choose a schedule:
- Baking and Pastry Apprentice Level 1 (BAKP 1001)
- Baking and Pastry Apprentice Level 2 (BAKP 2001)
- Baking and Pastry Apprentice Level 3 (BAKP 3001)
How to register in Apprentice courses
Ready to apply?
Online
You will be directed to EducationPlannerBC.
Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
International students
Apply to VCC international programs online. Check the availability status for your desired program and intake before applying.
Contact us
Program information
<p>For questions about apprenticeship programs email us at [email protected].</p>
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: [email protected]
Advising services for International students
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