Rapidly growing premium dessert culture
Baking diploma tailored to the latest trends
The Korea Baking Qualification Association’s Baking Diploma includes nine key modules reflecting changing consumer trends, focusing on baking’s importance and customer needs.
We preserve and pass on the expertise of Korean dessert culture, moving beyond simple sweets. We continuously work for positive impact, better futures, and growth in baking education and recipes.
First Baking Academy leads the premium dessert culture capturing ‘emotional value’ trends in baking.
Through nine certification programs, we train top patissiers focused on customer satisfaction.
Baking Diploma Program Recommended for You
- Those seeking jobs or startups in foodservice or dessert cafes.
- Baking workers without certification currently in the field.
- People aiming to get certificates for cooking or culinary college entrance.
- Those wanting to learn baking basics for home baking.
Course Objectives
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Learn high-quality themed menus and gain a broad
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One-on-one practice removes the fear of failure.
After Q&A, you learn various tips from instructors. -
Learn how to use premium ingredients and bakery-sold menus.
Advance toward becoming an expert baker. -
Through advanced courses, learn basic and in-depth cooking skills.
Acquire techniques that can be applied in many ways.
Lecture Overview
| Start Dates | 59 Batch - Weekdays: 07/07 (Mon), Weekends: 07/12 (Sat) 60 Batch - Weekdays: 07/21 (Mon), Weekends: 07/26 (Sat) |
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| Capacity | 8 persons |
| Duration | 2 to 4 months course |
| Class Format | Classes 2 or 3 times a week / weekend classes |
| Class Times | Morning / Afternoon / Evening / Weekend ※Please contact each branch for exact times. |
First Academy's
Unique Education System
First Academy boasts a certificate pass rate of 85%+. With core theory lectures and 1:1 support from full-time instructors, students prepare for written exams and submit practical work in stages, receiving 1:1 feedback to focus on weak areas and improve success rates.
1:1 Structured Support
from Full-time Instructors
Core theory lectures and practice questions combined with personalized 1:1 support to boost practical skills.
Session-based Practical Training
with 1:1 Feedback
Individual ingredient practice, thorough material education, and 1:1 feedback after each submission.
The Korea Baking Qualification Association has evolved as an education and testing body, meeting industry demands amid the
globalization of K-culture and fast-changing dessert trends. We preserve and pass on expertise in Korean dessert culture,
moving beyond simple sweets, continuously striving for positive impact and a better future in baking and pastry.
The Korea Baking Qualification Association has evolved as an education and certification body to meet industry demands amid K-culture’s globalization and the fast-changing dessert sector. We have grown and changed together with the industry. We preserve and pass on expertise in Korean dessert culture, moving beyond simple sweets and continuously striving for positive impact, better market futures, and ongoing recipe research, standardized education, and technical growth.
The Korea Baking Qualification Association has evolved as an education and certification body to meet industry demands amid K-culture globalization and the rapidly changing dessert sector. It preserves and passes on expertise in Korean dessert culture, going beyond simple sweets to strive for positive impact and a better future in baking and pastry.
Customer needs are rapidly changing, making consumer choices more complex and broader. New professional education guidelines and standards are needed, along with sustainable growth and skilled educators. The Korea Baking Qualification Association fosters economic exchange and education communities, aiming to grow Korean dessert culture, build professional cooperative networks, and contribute to Korea’s dessert industry through innovative education and objective standards.
We preserve Korean dessert expertise and drive industry progress through recipe research, standardized training, and innovation.
The Korea Baking Qualification Association promotes Korean dessert culture globally, forges partnerships, and fosters growth through education and clear standards.
Baking Diploma Program for Training Top Pastry Chefs
The course builds strong fundamentals focused on theory and principles.It brings out attractive flavors by enhancing the product and commercial value of desserts.
Basic baking and pastry theory
Basic baking and
pastry theory
Focus on practical, product, efficiency
Focus on practical, product,efficiency
The Lastest trend
Capturing “Emotional Value”
Korea Baking Qualification Association
Korea’s dessert culture is rapidly growing
even during economic downturns.
The Korea Baking Qualification Association supports
the premium dessert culture capturing consumers’ “emotional value.”
Certification Standards of the 5 Principles
This leadership course trains top pastry chefs on classic baking theory. It includes high-quality lessons on macarons, tarts, cakes, chocolates, and more. Nine certifications are structured around five core principles forming the standards.
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Dessert
Product and Sales 
Reflecting
Latest Trends
Attractive
Flavors
Structured
Recipes
Production
Efficiency
Korea Baking Qualification Association Certification
Course Recommended For
The Korea Baking Qualification certificate
is not just theory-based.
It reflects current consumer trends focusing
on emotional value,
aiming to train practical bakery artisans.
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Pastry Chef
Pastry chefs needing trend-based training
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Entrepreneur Trainee
Bakers needing signature menus
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Job Seekers
Bakers facing growth and menu limits
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Baking R&D
Those needing training in cost and process efficiency
Korea Baking
Qualification Association
9 Certification Modules
First Baking Academy offers nine certifications based on the Korea Baking Association curriculum,
including macarons, tarts, cake design, baked goods, boulangerie, chocolates, and master levels.
Completing all nine modules under the credit system earns you a diploma.
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Macaron
This course teaches making shells with French, Italian, and Swiss meringues and designing macarons.
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Tart
Dough of flour and butter is used.
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Cake Design
From baking sheets to icing, this course teaches how to design trendy, modern cakes.
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Baked Goods
This course covers baking cookies like madeleines, canneles, financiers, and other basics.
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Boulangerie
Learn to bake yeast-fermented breads like vegan bread, campagne, and ciabatta.
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Chocolate
This course covers chocolate basics and tempering, training skilled chocolatiers.
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Pastry Master
This course covers breads and bagels, practicing 20 items for the pastry exam.
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Baking Master
This course covers cookies and cakes, practicing 20 items for the baking exam.
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Baking Instructor Master
This course teaches baking basics, curriculum, recipes, and teaching skills for instructors.
Korea Baking Qualification Association
The program covers macarons, tarts, cake decoration, baked goods, boulangerie, chocolate, pastry master, and baking master. Earning five out of eight subjects awards a baking diploma.
BAKING DIPLOMA
BAKING DIPLOMA + Baking Instructor Master
Complete 5 of 8 subjects and earn the Baking Diploma to qualify for the Baking Instructor Master exam.
First Academy’s Unique BAKING DIPLOMA Certification Program
1:1 Personalized
Practical Steps
Practical training
covers 26 pastry
and 25 baking items
from the exam.
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Step 1
Menu Training
Basic training on recipes,
procedures, and precautions -
Step 2
Instructor Demo
Expert instructor
cooks and demonstrates -
Step 3
Prep & Basics
Demo-based
basic prep & cooking -
Step 4
1:1 Practice
1:1 cooking practice
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Step 5
Practical Feedback
Check and correct
areas for student improvement
KBQA Course Curriculum
Training in macarons, tarts, cake decoration, baked goods, boulangerie, chocolate,
pastry/baking master, and baking instructor master.
Complete 5 of 8 subjects to earn the Baking Diploma.
My Academy,
Reasons to Choose First Barista Academy
Expert instructors and tailored education ensure student satisfaction.
- Reason 01 Veteran Full-Time Instructors by Course
Full-time instructors ensure quality education and attentive student care.
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Reason 02
Hands-on Ingredient Practice
Theory and one-on-one practice for better learning.
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Reason 03
Expert Seminars
Professional seminars offering career and exam tips.
Student Testimonials
5★★★★★
- Q. What motivated you to attend First Academy?
- I was lost about my career path and struggling with my major not fitting my aptitude. At that time, I suddenly thought I wanted to learn pastry and baking. Although I didn’t have a natural talent for cooking, I liked bread and cakes, so I chose this path. However, I felt overwhelmed and didn’t know where to start. I searched online randomly and visited academies in person, but I decided to enroll here because they seriously listened to my concerns, which built my trust.
- Q. What impressed you the most while attending First Academy?
- Due to personal reasons, there were times I couldn’t attend classes, but I was surprised that I could take make-up classes for the missed lessons. Thanks to the make-up classes, I didn’t fall behind and could participate normally in regular classes, which was very helpful.
Vivid Photo Stories
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One-Day Baking Class, Complete in a Day!
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Flower & Cake One-Day Class
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First Christmas Cake Class!
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First Coffee Lab Second Menu Development Tasting Event!
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Baking Class Creations of the Month! Part 2!
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Baking Class Creations of the Month!
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Online Class Baking Photos Released!
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Crispy Outside, Moist Inside ? The Ultimate Premium Dessert Canele for Every Taste!
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Tracking Down Signature Menus at Ikseon-dong’s Hotspots!
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Seasonal Fruit Fresh Cream Cake Class with Juicy Fruit Bits
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Making Trending Peach Yogurt Macarons on SNS
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Dessert Cafe Startup Tart Class~~~
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Season of Chocolate Pound Cake Class
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Soft and moist roll cake class~~
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Coconut Cream Filled Choux Class: Coconut Religieuse
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Today, I suddenly dropped by the student tart pro class~~~ Even the packaging is so meticulously don
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Baking Class Strawberry Cake
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Baking Class Floral Confectionery
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Strawberry cream cheese tart from the baking class!
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Baking Class Brownie Cake
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Baking Class Raspberry Mousse Cake
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Mont Blanc tart
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A fresh and delightful mango cake
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Raspberry mascarpone mousse cake
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Opera Cake Baking Class
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A moist orange pound cake
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Macaron Baking Class
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Matcha Roll Cake Baking Class
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Baking Class Lemon Meringue Tart
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A classic carrot cake baked with care in the baking class.
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Black Forest Cake made in the baking class!
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Baking Class Mille-feuille
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Baking Class: White Chocolate Cake
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Dessert Class Halloween Cupcakes
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Coffee Barista Class: Cappuccino & Croissant
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Baking Class: Sweet Handmade Macarons
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Dessert class student’s tangerine tart
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Student’s strawberry cheesecake creation dreaming of opening a cheesecake specialty cafe
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Carrot whole cake by a student from the cake cafe startup class
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Tiramisu Creation by a Student Dreaming of Coffee & Dessert Cafe Startup!
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Very Berry Macaron by a Student of the Macaron Specialty Dessert Cafe Startup Course
1:1 Personalized Job Support Process for Students’ Dreams and Successful Chef Employment
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Employment Support Program
- Support team intro
- Dedicated manager
- Trainee management
- Program schedule
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Resume & Cover Letter
- Sample templates
- Writing tips
- Application cases
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1:1 Mock Interviews
- Resume review
- Field consultation
- Career planning
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Trainee Evaluation
- Outfit review
- Interview skills
- Q&A techniques
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Company Matching
- Instructor evaluation
- Company matching
- Personalized success
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