Students in the Baking and Pastry program have an opportunity to explore the hospitality industry and professional baking. In this program, students use food chemistry and prOfessional Kitchen Equipment To Produce Edible Food Products Fit For Sale To Consumers. Students Will Learn The Application Of Sweet And Savory Food Concepts, Kitchen And Business Management, Food Safety And Sanitation, And Nutrition Principles.

Completer Courses

• Honors Baking And Pastry 1

• Honors Baking And Pastry 2

Schools Offering Completer

• Cat North

Potential Certifications

National Restaurant Association Servsafe Certification

• Food Manager

• Food Handler

American Culinary Federation (Acf)

• Certified Fundamental Pastry Cook

Articulated/proficiency Credit

Anne Arundel Community College (Aacc)

• Hrm 119 - Certification In Sanitation (1 Credit)

• Hrm 111 - Introduction To Hospitality Industry (3 Credits)

• Hrm 124 - Introduction To Baking And Pastry (3 Credits)

Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Cake Decorator ($24,440 - $$47,610)

• Food Blogger/writer

• Pastry Chef ($34,480 - $53,399)

• Baker ($42,129 - $61,634)

Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Executive Pastry Chef ($48,802 - $84,015)

• Bakery Manager ($42,371 - $77,525)

• Food Stylist ($63,981 - $79,261)

Students in the Barbering program learn basic hair cutting techniques for men and women, fundamentals and techniques of shaving, beard and mustache trimming, skin care, massage, and various chemical services. Emphasis is placed on hygiene, safety, sanitation and state board rules and regulations. Students in the barbering program prEpare For The Maryland State Board Of Barber Exam To Become A Licensed Barber.

Completer Courses

• Principles And Practices Of Barbering

• Advanced Barbering

• Mastery Of Barbering

Schools Offering Completer

• Cat North

Potential Certifications

Maryland Department Of Labor, Licensing, And Regulation Maryland Board Of Barbers

• Barbering License

Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Barber ($29,460 - $53,260)

• Product Rep/promoter ($31,390 - $64,120)

Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Master Barber

• Shop Manager ($46,550 - $95.840)

• Barbering Instructor ($60,270 - $96,710)

• Shop Owner

Cosmetology is the art and science of beautifying the skin, hair, and nails. The Cosmetology program combines theory and clinical instruction to provide students with practical skills in the field of cosmetology. Students are required to complete 1500 hours of cosmetology instruction before applying to take the Maryland State Board of Cosmetology licensing examination. The 1500 required hours are comprised of classroom instruction, hands-on practical experiences, and a work-based learning salon opportunity.

Completer Courses

• Cosmetology 1

• Cosmetology 2

• Cosmetology 3

Schools Offering Completer

• Cat North

• Cat South

Potential Certifications

Maryland Department Of Labor, Licensing, And Regulation Maryland Board Of Cosmetologists

• Cosmetology License

Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Hairstylist ($27,160 - $60,080)

• Nail Technician ($26,700 - $45,180)

• Make-up Artist, Theatrical And Performance ($37,440 - $96,370)

• Product Rep ($31,390 - $64,120)

Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Day Spa/salon Manager ($37,440 - $78,550)

• Esthetician/skin Care Specialist ($26,000 - $79,300)

• Massage Therapist ($35,980 - $101,330)

• Salon Owner

Students will learn how to use commercial equipment, purchase food, plan menus, provide banquet buffet service, management, cooking, bake, and sanitation techniques, and may be eligible to receive sanitation certification. Career opportunities include dining room management or supervisor, food service management or supervisor, food service manager, purchasing agent, proprietor, host/hostess, consultant, dietitian, caterer, or cook/chef. This program is certified by the American Culinary Federation Foundation (ACF).

Completer Courses

• Honors Culinary Arts 1

• Honors Culinary Arts 2

Schools Offering Completer

• Cat North

• Cat South

Potential Certifications

National Restaurant Association Servsafe Certification

• Food Manager

• Food Handler

American Culinary Federation (Acf)

• Certified Fundamental Cook

Articulated/proficiency Credit

Anne Arundel Community College (Aacc)

• Hrm 119 - Certification In Sanitation (1 Credit)

• Hrm 111 - Introduction To Hospitality Industry (3 Credits)

• Hrm 121 - Introduction To Cooking (3 Credits)

Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Cook, Restaurant ($27,850 - $45,570)

• Private Chef ($24,950 - $92,030)

• Food Service Supervisor ($29,820 - $62,340)

• Caterer ($30,225 - $70,062)

Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Food And Beverage Director ($67,443 - $140,110)

• Food Editor ($51,324 - $87,252)

• Head Chef ($57,410 - $87,950)

• Food Service Manager ($49,300 - $104,760)

• Event Planner ($36,360 - $95,620)

• Restaurant Owner

The ProStart program introduces high school students to a wide variety of careers within the restaurant, food service and hospitality industry. Students will study and practice professional food preparation, preparation of international cuisines, food safety and sanitation, customer service relations, accounting, cost control, marketing, and an introduction to aspects of lodging management. Students will follow the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation industry standard curriculum with the potential to earn ProStart and ServSafe certifications. Senior year, students must complete a 270-hour work-based learning experience. In addition, for ProStart Certification, the student internship must allow them to complete 52 competency goals plus an additional 130 work-based learning hours.

Completer Courses

• Honors Culinary And Hospitality Management 1

• Honors Culinary And Hospitality Management 2

• Pro-start Work-based Learning

Schools Offering Completer

• All High Schools

Potential Certifications

National Restaurant Association

• Servsafe - Food Manager Certification

Prostart National Certificate Of Achievement (Coa)

Articulated/proficiency Credit

Anne Arundel Community College (Aacc)

• Hrm 119 - Certification In Sanitation (1 Credit)

• Hrm 111 - Introduction To Hospitality Industry (3 Credits)

• Hrm 121 - Introduction To Cooking (3 Credits)

Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Cook, Restaurant ($27,850 - $45,570)

• Caterer ($30,225 - $70,062)

Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Meeting, Convention, And Event Planner ($36,360 - $95,620)

• Food Service Manager ($49,300 - $104,760)