Acquire the theoretical and practical foundations to become a pastry cook: know how to make and present pastry and viennoiserie products in compliance with transformation processes (from preparation to finishing), health and safety standards in accordance with current legislation, and recommendations linked to sustainable development, particularly the fight against waste.
The holder of the CAP pastry cook diploma takes part in the reception and storage of products delivered as well as in the production and conservation of the products made. They contribute to the presentation of finished products and provide information to sales staff. They may be required to be in contact with customers and may work in the craft sector, hotel and catering, the food industry, large and medium-sized retail outlets and collective catering.
The course is organised into several skill modules, allowing for step-by-step progression. It alternates between theoretical input, practical exercises and assessment sessions to encourage hands-on, progressive learning.
BC01 – Production of petits fours and travel cakes
BC02 - Production of desserts and small cakes (corresponds to test EP2 – Desserts and small cakes)
BC03 - French and History – Geography – Moral and Civic Education
BC04 - Mathematics and Physics – Chemistry
BC05 - Physical Education and Sport
BC06 - Modern Foreign Language
BC07 - Prevention – Health – Environment
Throughout the course, learners receive personalised support with regular monitoring by the teaching team and progress reviews to tailor learning to each individual’s needs.
A work placement also enables learners to develop professional skills in a real-world setting.
Skills are assessed progressively through role-plays, practical exercises, professional projects and assessments carried out throughout the course.
Our teaching methodology prioritises a practical, work-focused approach: case studies, role-plays, practical scenarios and collaborative activities enable learners to learn in conditions that closely resemble the real working world.
Find out more about this qualification (RNCP38765, exact wording of the diploma, name of the certifier, registration date of the qualification) by clicking here.
Level 3ème des collèges or equivalent experience
.Positioning prior to entry into training.
Interviews, remediation with the educational referent and/or company referent during training.
For beneficiaries with disabilities: possible adaptation of training and certification methods, support by the GRETA-CFA TH referent.
Possibility of post-training support.
Beneficiary satisfaction is taken into account during and at the end of training.
In order to improve the quality of our service, you can send us your suggestions or complaints using the form available on our website.
Equivalences and gateways: to be studied on a case-by-case basis depending on the candidate's background.
Education Nationale certified teachers, Bac +3 trainers with significant experience in adult training, professional speakers.
Trainers experienced in individualising learning.
Assessments are organised throughout the course and at the end of the programme, in accordance with the qualification framework. Assessment tests may take the form of in-course assessments (CCF) and/or final examinations.
Support with exam preparation is provided throughout the course to help candidates succeed.
This qualification is awarded following validation by the academic examination board.
If a candidate fails the qualification, they retain credit for the modules they have passed and may retake the remaining examinations at a later date. The modules passed remain valid for 5 years
Positioning test by appointment.
Interview by appointment.
Apprenticeship training: The training is accessible within a minimum of 48 hours subject to validation of your application and the position in the company (diploma compliance) and this until the end of the 1st month of the start of the action.
For apprenticeship training starting in September, the access deadline is from September to November (special cases, contact us).
Contact us to register for a meeting.
Holders of the CAP in Pastry Making can work as production staff:
Continue your studies in: Technical Certificate in Bakery and Pastry, Pastry Shop Certificate, Restaurant Dessert Certificate and any other CAP.
Access for people with disabilities
Accessible to people with disabilitiesHosting
No hosting on this siteCatering
In-house snack bar at the lycée - Application restaurant and/or in-house brasserie outside school holidays only - Canteen in the Camus-Galliéni school complexTransport
CAVEM and Varlib bus routesCourse monitoring and assessment programming based on trainee progress
Learning dynamics based on professional simulations and group mobilisation
Experience of trainers and expertise in the content and expectations of the diploma
Satisfaction rate: 100% out of 6 people who responded to our satisfaction survey
Overall job integration rate: 85%
Integration rate into the target profession: 85%
Recommendation rate: 100% out of 6 people who responded to our satisfaction survey
Study continuation rate: 15%
Interruption rate during training: 0%
Termination rate of apprenticeship contracts signed: 0%
Added value of the establishment : Spacious technical platform, 1 workstation per candidate, 1 production per candidate, spacious school offering a documentation and information centre, company network benefiting the learner
This training course is EKONEA certified. It meets the expectations of companies in the sector in terms of ecological transition.
Part of the training can be done on an international mobility basis.
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