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Advanced Diploma in Baking, Patisserie and Chocolate Art
Turn Your Passion into a Profession, Become a Certified Baker in Just 6 Months!
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Excellence Diploma Program Course Details
Our Excellence Diploma Program teaches you the art of transforming simple ingredients into stunning pastries, decadent chocolates, and artisan breads. Whether you’re a pastry chef, home baker, or future entrepreneur, From mastering delicate French pastries to perfecting chocolate craftsmanship and artisan bread-making, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen, with 950+ hours of practical training, expert mentorship, and business guidance. This 6-month Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Baking, Patisserie and Chocolate Art, recognised by City & Guilds, London, is designed to take your skills to a professional level. you’ll walk out not just with a certificate, but with the confidence to build a successful journey in baking and pastry!
- 100% Internships and Job Assistance.
- International Curriculum.
- Study Materials
- International Branded Equipment & Imported Ingredients
- Hands-On Learning & Industry Exposure.
- Perfect for Aspiring pastry chefs, Home bakers, and Entrepreneurs.
- One-on-one mentorship by Chefs with 10+ Years of Experience.
- France Internship program & Business Guidance for Entrepreneurs.
- Create, Bake & Take It with You!
- Dual Certifications (Level 3 Diploma - The Highest Certification in Baking!)
Duration : 6 Months
What You’ll Learn
Introduction
- Tools, Equipment & Ingredients
- Basics of Baking
- Egg & Eggless Theory
Introduction to Cakes, Fillings & Icings
- Tea/Travel Cakes & Cookies
- Sponge Making Technique
- Frosting and Flavors
- Cake Torting
- Cake Decoration
- Piping Technique
- Chocolate Garnishes
Advanced Cake Decorating
- Theme Cake
- 3D Toppers
- Wedding Tier Cake
- Realistic Sugar Flowers
- Airbrush Techniques
- Modern/Trending Techniques
- Packing and Logistic Strategies
Introduction to Pastry
- Shortcrust Pastry
- Breakfast Pastry
- Viennoiseries
- Puff Pastry
- Choux Pastry
- Filo Pastry
Petit Gateaux and Modern French Pastry
- Pastry Shop Desserts
- Stack and Moulded Desserts
- Creating New Texture
- Invent New Flavor Combinations
- Serving Portions & Temperature
- Cost Management
Chocolate Foundation
- Different Types of Chocolate
- Tempering
- Chocolate garnishing
- Chocolate Shelling
- Introduction to Single-Origin Chocolate
Chocolate Masterclass with Advanced Techniques
- Chocolate Fudge
- Chocolate Ganache
- Chocolate Bars
- Chocolate Bon Bons
- Nougat
- Candies
- French Macaron
CocoaCode: Secret ingredient? 100% couverture chocolate from Belgium (Callebaut)
The Most Modern, Innovative & Trending Desserts
- Revisiting Classic Cakes and Classic Desserts
- Flavor Combinations
French Style Modern Entremets
- Layers
- Inserts
- French Biscuits
- Chocolate Mousse
- Assembly
- Different Textures
- Glazing
- Velvet Spray
- Chocolate garnishes
Conceptualize Your Own Plated Dessert
- Designing Your Own Plated Dessert
- Key Elements for a Plated Dessert
- Serving Temperature
- Portion Sizing
- Plate Costing
Fundamentals Of Baking Bread
- Science of Baking Bread
- International Country Breads
- Lean and Enriched Dough
Artisan Breads
- Traditional European Bread
- Advanced European Bread
- Bake Artisan Bread
- Sourdough and variations
Fee Structure
We know investing in your passion is a big step, so we’ve made things super convenient. Our fee structure is split into two parts:
Booking Amount: 60,000/- Secures your seat and helps us arrange everything for your course.
Remaining Amount: Pay before the course begins, and you’re all set!
What’s Included? Your fee covers everything:
- Ingredients.
- Personal Toolkit.
- Chef Coat/Cap/Apron
- Industrial Visit.
- Essential ingredients/materials
- Study Materials (provided during class)
- With 18% GST(No hidden charges, no surprises!).
Want the prestigious City & Guilds certification? There's a separate exam fee of Rs 34,000/-
What’s Beyond Baking?
Become a Professional in Baking and Pastry! Bake, Brand & Build!
Food photography
Food photography isn’t just about clicking, it’s about telling a delicious story! This class helps you transform simple food photos into stunning visuals. Learn how to style, light, and capture drool-worthy shots that make people crave what you create!
France internship program
You could learn pastry anywhere but wouldn’t it be better in a real French pâtisserie? Our 4-6 month France Internship lets you work inside real French kitchens, earn in euros, and refine your skills in the birthplace of baking legends. It’s your first step toward a Global pastry career!
Marketing & Branding
What sells better: just “cheesecake” or “New York-style cheesecake with caramel drizzle and a buttery biscuit base”? Words matter. Marketing & Branding matters even more, Learn how to market, brand, and position your products to make customers crave them before they even take a bite!
Budgeting & Costing Sessions
Running a food business isn’t just about great flavours, it’s about great finances too! This module teaches you how to master food costing and budgeting, ensuring that every product you sell brings both joy and profit, without burning a hole in your pocket.
Entrepreneurship sessions
You know how to bake. But do you know how to build a business? Our Entrepreneur Sessions bridge that gap, with expert-led lessons from bakers who’ve turned their passion into profit. Learn the secrets of running a café, managing costs, marketing your brand, and scaling your business. We give you the recipe for success beyond the kitchen!
Industrial Visits
What really goes on in the kitchens of top hotels? Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access, observe expert chefs in action, and learn how commercial kitchens design efficient workflows, manage teams, and maintain quality under pressure. You won’t just observe, you’ll absorb the secrets of the industry!
City and Guilds Certificate
Coffee fundamentals
Great coffee starts with the right bean. But how do you choose? What’s the best process? We’ve got answers. In an 8-hour session, you’ll learn how to pick the right bean, choose the perfect process, and brew like a pro. By the end, you won’t just drink coffee, you’ll understand it.
Hygiene & Food Safety Classes
Clean Hands, Clean Kitchen, Clean Reputation! Your skills may impress, but a spotless kitchen earns respect. Our Hygiene & Food Safety classes teach you the best global food safety practices, so you can run a spotless kitchen and serve with confidence.
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What Our Student Says
My daughter had a great experience throughout the course. She took one week class under Chef Arvind who is undoubtedly experienced in his profession and had a immense patience, creativeness, neatness and always carries a smile which makes my daughter learn the course very seriously and professionally.
My daughter had a great experience throughout the course. She took one week class under Chef Arvind who is undoubtedly experienced in his profession and had a immense patience, creativeness, neatness and always carries a smile which makes my daughter learn the course very seriously and professionally.
My daughter had a great experience throughout the course. She took one week class under Chef Arvind who is undoubtedly experienced in his profession and had a immense patience, creativeness, neatness and always carries a smile which makes my daughter learn the course very seriously and professionally.
My daughter had a great experience throughout the course. She took one week class under Chef Arvind who is undoubtedly experienced in his profession and had a immense patience, creativeness, neatness and always carries a smile which makes my daughter learn the course very seriously and professionally.
FAQ
1. Can I start my own bakery after this course?
Yes! We offer entrepreneurship training, branding & marketing lessons, budgeting, and costing sessions to help you turn your passion into a business.
2. How do I enrol in this baking course?
You can enrol online, visit our campus, or contact us at +91 8050388102 or contact@whitecaps.in for more details.
3. What will I learn in this baking course?
From Bacics to Advanced Level, You’ll master Cakes, French Pastries, chocolates, artisan breads, plated desserts, and business management plus, you get to take home everything you bake!
4. Is there job placement support after the course?
Yes! We offer 100% job placement assistance to help you kickstart your career. Plus, with our City & Guilds certification, you’ll be recognized in more than 143 countries, making it easier to find opportunities worldwide.