Several wholesalers and retailers of baking goods established the American Institute of Baking (A.I.B.) in 1919 as a means for bakers to share their knowledge with one another. According to their website, the original mission of the organization was to "put science to work for the baker." This mission still informs their students and their curriculum. A.I.B. offers a degree on Baking Fundamentals. Students can learn about these major areas of the art by taking up courses with titles like Baking Process, Bread and Rolls, Cakes and Sweets and Cookies. They also become versed in the scientific and technological aspects of baking. This baking institution also offers a free online course on History and Ingredients for 60 days.
AIB International, Inc
1213 Bakers Way
PO Box 3999
Manhattan, Kansas
785-537-4750
aibonline.org
King Arthur Flour is the oldest flour company in the United States, having been established in 1790 during George Washington's first term as president. The company is now 100% employee owned and still continues to stress leveraging personal relationships with their stakeholders and customers. It is in this spirit that King Arthur Flour maintains a baking education page in their company site. Visitors can learn some basics in their online baking classes. King Arthur Flour also holds live classes in their Norwich, Vermont Baking Education Center. Interested parties can reserve their seats online.
King Arthur Flour
58 Billings Farm Road
White River Junction, VT 05001
800.827.6836
kingarthurflour.com
Known mostly for their Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Ashworth College also boasts of an online diploma program for Gourmet Cooking and Catering. The students will not only gain a firm grasp on areas like soups and sauces; they will also be treated to courses with titles such as Baking and Breads and Pies, Cookies and Cakes. Those who do not have the time to attend a school facility can learn from study guides and the textbook as well as be able to take their exams online. Graduates of Ashworth College become functional bakers with background knowledge on aspects of restaurant management.
Ashworth College
430 Technology Parkway
Norcross, Georgia 30092
770-729-8400
ashworthcollege.edu