Gloucester County Institute of Technology (GCIT) offers a hands-on Baking and Pastry Arts night class through its postsecondary and adult education division in Sewell. The published 2026–27 session runs on Monday and Tuesday evenings from September 28, 2026, through January 26, 2027.
Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| School | Gloucester County Institute of Technology |
| Location | 1360 Tanyard Road, Sewell, New Jersey |
| Program | Adult education Baking and Pastry Arts night class |
| Schedule | Mondays and Tuesdays, 5–9 p.m.; September 28, 2026–January 26, 2027 |
| Published price | $1,299 for the listed 2026–27 session |
| College credits | No college credits listed; this is adult career training |
| Official program | GCIT adult education course offerings |
What You’ll Practice
The class covers basic and advanced dough and cake work in both commercial-scale and smaller recipes. Listed topics include cake decorating, chocolate, cookies, custards, laminated dough, pies, quick breads, and yeast breads. GCIT says ServSafe certification is offered; confirm any exam and credential details directly with the school.
Admissions and Cost
GCIT says its postsecondary programs are open to high school graduates and adults over 18 who are not currently in high school, subject to prerequisites and payment. The published $1,299 price is for the September 2026 to January 2027 evening session. Ask the adult education office whether materials, registration, or a ServSafe exam carry additional charges, and whether seats remain for the session.
How It Differs From a College Certificate
GCIT describes this as an adult night school class and does not list college credits for it. Students who need an associate degree or transferable credits should compare the community college programs on this page. GCIT also runs a separate Baking and Pastry Arts program for high school students; this profile covers the adult offering.