Big Basic Pastry Course

Unlock the Art of Baking with KICA’s Big Basic Pastry Course

Dive into the delightful world of pastry making with our comprehensive four-month course, meticulously crafted by renowned pastry chefs. Whether you're a beginner eager to explore the basics or an enthusiast looking to refine your skills, this course is designed to guide you through baking essentials.

KICATraining packages

Choose your personal format of participation. By purchasing educational programs you agree to the terms of use

Basic Package
$430 $575

The Basic Package provides 7 pastry modules: 42 online master classes accompanied by detailed PDF recipes and 42 Professional pastries for your portfolio

Course Language
Audio: English
Subtitles: English
Access to course materials for
  • 12 months
Bonus
  • Module Cheesecakes by Oleksandr Trofimenkov and Group chat with instructor
  • E-Book on Pastry theory - 19 topics
Instructor support
  • Basic feedback (passed/not passed)
  • Full feedback
  • Additional online meetings
KICA E-CERTIFICATE
  • You will receive an E-certificate for successful completion of the course in English.

    * Upon successful completion, you'll need to submit all course tasks and receive approval from the tutor.

Advanced Package
$590 $790

In addition to 7 training modules, you’ll also receive an E-Book covering 19 topics on pastry theory, in-depth communication with the pastry instructor and a Diploma upon successful completion of the course

Course Language
Audio: English
Subtitles: English
Access to course materials for
  • 12 months
Bonus
  • Module Cheesecakes by Oleksandr Trofimenkov and Group chat with instructor
  • E-Book on Pastry theory - 19 topics
Instructor support
  • Basic feedback (passed/not passed)
  • The KICA pastry instructor gives feedback to each of your tasks and answers all your questions
  • Additional online meetings
Exam project
  • Regular Diploma Project
  • Includes support and consultation from the KICA tutor
  • + 7 examination tests
KICA E-DIPLOMA
  • You will receive a Diploma for successful completion of the course in English.

    * Upon successful completion, you'll need to submit all course tasks and receive approval from the tutor.

Professional Package
$720 $965

In addition to the programs of the first two packages, you will receive 4 online theory and Q&A sessions with the KICA Tutor and 7 examination tests

Course Language
Audio: English
Subtitles: English
Access to course materials for
  • 18 months
Bonus
  • Module Cheesecakes by Oleksandr Trofimenkov and Group chat with instructor
  • E-Book on Pastry theory - 19 topics
Instructor support
  • Basic feedback (passed/not passed)
  • The KICA pastry instructor gives feedback to each of your tasks and answers all your questions
  • 4 online meetings with KICA Tutor on theory & questions (4 hours in total)
Exam project
  • Regular Diploma Project
  • Includes support and consultation from the KICA tutor
  • + 7 examination tests
KICA E-DIPLOMA
  • You will receive a Diploma for successful completion of the course in English.

    * Upon successful completion, you'll need to submit all course tasks and receive approval from the tutor.

Basic package
$108 / per month
for 4 months

The Basic Package provides 7 pastry modules: 42 online master classes accompanied by detailed PDF recipes and 42 Professional pastries for your portfolio

Course Language
Audio: English
Subtitles: English
Access to course materials for
  • 12 months
Bonus
  • Module Cheesecakes by Oleksandr Trofimenkov and Group chat with instructor
  • E-Book on Pastry theory - 19 topics
Instructor support
  • Basic feedback (passed/not passed)
  • Full feedback
  • Additional online meetings
KICA E-CERTIFICATE
  • You will receive an E-certificate for successful completion of the course in English.

    * Upon successful completion, you'll need to submit all course tasks and receive approval from the tutor.

Advanced package
$148 / per month
for 4 months

In addition to 7 training modules, you’ll also receive an E-Book covering 19 topics on pastry theory, in-depth communication with the pastry instructor and a Diploma upon successful completion of the course

Course Language
Audio: English
Subtitles: English
Access to course materials for
  • 12 months
Bonus
  • Module Cheesecakes by Oleksandr Trofimenkov and Group chat with instructor
  • E-Book on Pastry theory - 19 topics
Instructor support
  • Basic feedback (passed/not passed)
  • The KICA pastry instructor gives feedback to each of your tasks and answers all your questions
  • Additional online meetings
Exam project
  • Regular Diploma Project
  • Includes support and consultation from the KICA tutor
  • + 7 examination tests
KICA E-DIPLOMA
  • You will receive a Diploma for successful completion of the course in English.

    * Upon successful completion, you'll need to submit all course tasks and receive approval from the tutor.

Professional package
$180 / per month
for 4 months

In addition to the programs of the first two packages, you will receive 4 online theory and Q&A sessions with the KICA Tutor and 7 examination tests

Course Language
Audio: English
Subtitles: English
Access to course materials for
  • 18 months
Bonus
  • Module Cheesecakes by Oleksandr Trofimenkov and Group chat with instructor
  • E-Book on Pastry theory - 19 topics
Instructor support
  • Basic feedback (passed/not passed)
  • The KICA pastry instructor gives feedback to each of your tasks and answers all your questions
  • 4 online meetings with KICA Tutor on theory & questions (4 hours in total)
Exam project
  • Regular Diploma Project
  • Includes support and consultation from the KICA tutor
  • + 7 examination tests
KICA E-DIPLOMA
  • You will receive a Diploma for successful completion of the course in English.

    * Upon successful completion, you'll need to submit all course tasks and receive approval from the tutor.

KICA
Course dates
Start of the course: August 07
End of the course: November 20
12 - 18 months
Period of access to the video classes and recipes depends on the pack
42 Classes
Step-by-step video guides
Workbook
The recipes in printable PDF format
Course chat
KICA tutors provide support throughout the course duration.
Course Language
Audio: English, Subtitles: English
Certificate or Diploma
Signed by the course tutor
Course Schedule

Module 1: Tea-Cakes

Module 2: Cookies

Module 3: Macaron

Module 4: Chocolate

Module 5: Eclairs

Module 6: Tarts and tartlets

Module 7: Modern cakes and gateaux

BONUS MODULE: CHEESECAKES

Lessons:
Carrot Tea-Cake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Chocolate Tea-Cake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lemon Tea-Cake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Marble Tea-Cake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Pistachio Financier by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Bonus: Moelleux a L'orange by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lessons:
Madeleine by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Chess Cookies by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Diamond Cookies by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Sable Viennois by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Cookies with Mango and Passion Fruit Filling by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Bonus: Vanilla Kipferl Cookies by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lessons:
Lime, Estragon and Olive Oil Macaron by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Raspberry, Milk Chocolate and Salted Caramel Macaron by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Pear-Dorblu Macaron by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Hazelnut Macaron by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Passion Fruit, Milk Chocolate and Blood Orange Macaron by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Bonus: Macaron Snickers by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lessons:
Yuzu and Raspberry Bonbon by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Truffle Candy with Rum and Vanilla by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Grand Marnier and Praline Bonbon by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Mango and Passion Fruit Chocolate Bar by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Enrobed Lemon-basil Candy by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Bonus: Exotic Snickers Candy PDF Recipe by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lessons:
Vanilla Eclair by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Raspberry-Coconut Eclair by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Coffee Eclair by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Chocolate Eclair by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Gluten-free Exotic Eclair by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Bonus: Caramel Eclair by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lessons:
Camomile Tartlet by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Matcha Tea and Cherry Tartlet by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Apple – Walnut Tartlet by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lemon and Poppy Seed Tartlet by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Orange-Praline Tartlet by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Bonus: Chocolate Island Tartlet by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lessons:
Black Forest Cake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Chocolate Cake Feuille D’Automne by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Strawberry Truffle Gateaux by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Hazelnut Cake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Pavlova Cake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Bonus: Gâteau Exotic PDF Recipe by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Lessons:
Oreo no-bake Cheesecake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Banana and Lime Cheesecake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Chocolate Baked Cheesecake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Strawberry Heart Baked Cheesecake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
Raspberry-Mojito no-bake Cheesecake by Oleksandr Trofimenkov
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Frequently asked question
Questions on course

How can I submit the practical task?

You will be able to attach the photos of your pastry inside of course at the web platform.


What are the terms for feedback on practical tasks?

Tutor available for you during the course to give answers to the questions and to check your practical task within 1-2 working days.


What if I am not able to attend the webinar on pastry theory topics?

We are making recordings of the webinar and you will have the opportunity to watch the webinar at our learning platform later.


What success rate is required to pass the theory test?

Test has unlimited number of attempts. The success rate should be 100% of the right answers. In case you fail answering some questions, you have time to go through the theory topic again to find the right answer and after that retake the test once again. The purpose of this test is to not only to control your knowledge but also to refresh and memorize crucial theory topics better.


What if I fail the pastry course assessment?

Our instructor could ask you to remake a practical task and submit it again. In case if the course is already ended, by your request, you can extend the due date for submission of the homework for 2 weeks for an additional payment of 50 USD.


How long is the certificate of the course valid?

The course certificate is valid for a lifetime.

Learning process and certification questions

What if I have any questions during the learning process?

All course participants have access to the learning platform where they can post their work and ask the instructor any questions.


What level of pastry background is required?

The applicants with any level of pastry background are accepted.


Where can I buy specialized tools and ingredients?

Find all the necessary pastry ingredients in our list of TOP pastry online stores.


What kind of certificate do I get?

You will receive a certificate of successful completion of the course in English from KICA Academy.


How can I obtain the course certificate?

You receive a certificate of successful completion of the course in case of submission of all the tasks in time of the course.


Can my course certificate be used for job applications?

As a rule, your experience, skills and a Certificate that confirms it - is enough for an employer.

The ordering process questions

What payment methods do you offer?

We offer the most popular payment methods such as Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.


How can I get a refund if the course materials do not meet my expectations?

You can find our refund policy in the 'Return Policy' document at the bottom of our website.


Do you have any discounts for regular students?

Our company offers holiday discounts. Subscribe to our company's news at the bottom area of the website to stay updated.


Can I pay for the course in installments?

Yes, you can pay for the Big Basic Course in 4 installments.


Do you have gift certificates for courses?

Yes. For more information about course gifting options, please contact us at info@kica-academy.com

Other questions

How can I add the course to my wishlist?

You can add a class to your wish list by clicking the heart icon next to the course name.


Where can I leave my review about the course?

You can leave the reviews and your pastry photos on the course page from your account after buying the course.


What is the difference between professional recipes and free amateur ones from the Internet? 

Our recipes are made by professional pastry chefs, tested multiple times, aiming for consistent and high-quality results. Recipes from the Internet may vary more as they are often shared based on personal experiences and preferences. The outcomes can vary in different situations. 


Can I access course materials and videos after completing the course?

You will have access to the course materials during the year after the purchase.


When can I purchase the extent of the course? 

You will have an opportunity to purchase the extent of the course during 6 months after the end of the course.