Cake Decorating

Mohawk College’s Cake Decorating course offers a creative and hands-on introduction to the art of cake design, perfect for anyone looking to turn a passion into a hobby, career, or small business. Designed for personal enrichment, the course equips students with the foundational skills needed to create professional-looking cakes and cupcakes for all occasions—from whimsical birthday treats to elegant wedding designs.

Participants will learn to use proper decorating tools and master a variety of techniques, including working with different types of icing, piping designs, floral decorations, inscriptions, and skills in gum paste and fondant. With a strong focus on creativity and practical experience, students leave the course with both the confidence and capability to bring their cake decorating visions to life.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.
• Some manual dexterity is required for the use of sharp tools.

What You’ll Learn

• Use professional cake decorating tools and techniques.
• Create designs using icing, piping, floral decorations, and fondant.
• Decorate cakes and cupcakes for various occasions (birthdays, weddings, holidays, etc.).
• Develop creative expression through hands-on cake design projects.