Online Class: Cake Decorating

no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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18Lessons
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48Exams &
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7,015Students
have taken this course -
14Hours
average time -
1.4CEUs
Course Description
Have you ever felt a rush of excitement at the sight of a beautifully decorated cake-its intricate details and layers of artistry capturing everyone's attention? Imagine being the person behind that magic, transforming flour and sugar into edible masterpieces that become the centerpiece of celebrations. Welcome to Cake Decorating where cake decorating is more than just a skill; it's a journey of creativity, joy, and self-expression.
This course is not just about learning; it's about embracing your passion. Perhaps you've always been drawn to the artistry of delicate sugar flowers or the elegance of marbled fondant. Maybe you dream of surprising loved ones with custom creations that reflect their personalities, or you've wondered how to turn your love for baking into a profitable business. Whatever your aspiration, this course is designed to turn your inspiration into reality.
In Cake Decorating, we start by building a strong foundation. From understanding the essential baking techniques for light, fluffy layers to exploring a range of frostings and fillings, you'll gain the confidence to experiment and create. And with each new technique, you won't just follow instructions-you'll understand why they work, giving you the freedom to innovate and improvise.
But it's not just about technique. This course takes you on a journey where each cake tells a story. Whether it's a whimsical children's birthday cake, an elegant wedding confection, or a modern holiday design, you'll learn to imbue every creation with purpose and personality. We'll explore how to bring your vision to life with themed cakes, sculpted decorations, and color palettes that evoke emotion and mood.
Throughout the course, you'll master essential tools like marzipan, buttercream, royal icing, and fondant to achieve the finish you envision. You'll dive deep into the techniques of crafting detailed elements-creating lifelike flowers, sophisticated borders, and stunning embellishments that elevate each cake from ordinary to extraordinary.
However, we know that even the most experienced decorators face challenges. That's why you'll also learn how to troubleshoot and recover from mishaps, ensuring that every challenge becomes an opportunity for creativity. You'll gain the confidence to experiment, knowing that you have the knowledge to handle any situation.
Our course goes beyond individual lessons-it's about exploring new horizons. Stay ahead of trends with advanced techniques, from the luxurious sheen of ganache to the dramatic flair of hand-painted cakes. You'll even uncover the secrets of creating flawless, professional finishes using gum paste, rolled fondant, and cutting-edge decorative methods.
Why choose Cake Decorating? Because it's more than a course-it's a transformation. It's about finding the joy in creating something beautiful, embracing your unique style, and sharing your creations with the world. By the end of this course, you won't just be following recipes; you'll be confidently crafting your own visions and bringing them to life in stunning, unforgettable cakes.
So, are you ready to begin your journey? Let's take that first step together, and turn your passion into a fulfilling, creative adventure. Whether you're baking for joy, celebrations, or your future business, this course is your key to unlocking a world of endless possibilities. Your masterpiece awaits-let's start creating.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Tools and Techniques: The Baker's Arsenal
Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Your interest in Cake Decorating; Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Complete: Lesson 1 Assignment: Gathering Basic Supplies to begin Baking a Cake
Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam
Lesson 2. Mastering the Art and Science of Cake Decorating: Tools and Techniques for Success
Lesson 2 Video
Complete: Lesson 2 Assignment: Cake Decorating tools and Creating your Cake Decorating Workspace
Assessment: Lesson 2: Cake Decorating Tools and Work Space
Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam
Lesson 3. Precision Meets Creativity in Cake Design
Lesson 3 Video
Complete: Lesson 3 Assignment: Make Yourself Some Quick Reference Cards
Assessment: Lesson 3: Planning and Designing Your Cake
Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam
Lesson 4. Cake Decorating: Mastering the Art
Lesson 4 Video
Lesson discussions: The design or the taste?
Complete: Lesson 4 Assignment: Try Baking and Decorating a Cake
Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam
Lesson 5. Bake a Cake
Lesson 5 Video
Complete: Lesson 5 Assignment: Prepare a 2 Layer Box Cake
Assessment: Lesson 5: Planning and Designing
Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam
Lesson 6. Creating Perfect Cake Combinations: The Art of Icing and Filling
Lesson 6 Video
Complete: Lesson 6 Assignment: Practice Working with Fondant
Assessment: Lesson 6: Icing, Glaze and Filling Choices
Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam
Lesson 7. Sweet Mastery: Crafting Memories with Buttercream
Lesson 7 Video
Complete: Lesson 7 Assignment: Working with ButterCream Icing
Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam
Lesson 8. Exploring the Versatile World of Royal Icing
Lesson 8 Video
Complete: Lesson 8 Assignment: Working with Royal Icing
Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam
Lesson 9. Piping Bag Mastery
Lesson 9 Video
Complete: Lesson 9 Assignment: Practicing Making a Pastry Bag
Assessment: Lesson 9: The Scary Piping Bag
Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam
Lesson 10. Creating Edible Works of Art with Sugar Flowers
Lesson 10 Video
Complete: Lesson 10 Assignment: Working with Flowers
Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam
Lesson 11. Bloom and Delight: The Art of Cake Flowers and Fruits
Lesson 11 Video
Complete: Lesson 11 Assignment: Practice Making Leafs
Assessment: Lesson 11: Fruits, Flowers, Fun and Fancy
Assessment: Lesson 11 Review Exam
Lesson 12. Building and Transporting Tiered Wedding Cakes
Lesson 12 Video
Complete: Lesson 12 Assignment: Cake Decorating Expertise
Assessment: Lesson 12: Wedding Cakes
Assessment: Lesson 12 Review Exam
Lesson 13. Whimsical Wonders: Crafting Cakes for Kids
Lesson 13 Video
Lesson discussions: For your First Cake...
Complete: Lesson 13 Assignment: Making Children's Cakes
Assessment: Lesson 13 Review Exam
Lesson 14. Spirit, Tradition, and Tiers of Joy
Lesson 14 Video
Lesson discussions: Your Cake Decorating Future
Complete: Lesson 14 Assignment: Decorating a Holiday Cake
Assessment: Lesson 14 Review Exam
Lesson 15. Signature Style through Themed Cakes
Lesson 15 Video
Complete: Lesson 15 Assignment: Making Memories
Assessment: Lesson 15 : Cool Theme Cakes
Assessment: Lesson 15 Review Exam
Lesson 16. Cupcake Creations: Blending Flavor and Presentation
Lesson 16 Video
Complete: Lesson 16 Assignment: Make Some Cupcakes
Assessment: Lesson 16 : Beloved Cupcakes
Assessment: Lesson 16 Review Exam
Lesson 17. The Versatile Craft of Marzipan: Elevating Cake Artistry
Lesson 17 Video
Complete: Lesson 17 Assignment: Ganache Decorations
Complete Assignment: New Things
Assessment: Lesson 17 : Express Your Creativity
Assessment: Lesson 17 Review Exam
Lesson 18. Essential Baking: Classic Cakes and Frostings
Lesson 18 Video
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
Complete: Final Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 18 Review Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the tools and workspace needed to decorate a cake.
- Describe how to plan and design a cake.
- Summarize the best cake decorating recipes.
- Describe icing, glazing and filling techniques.
- Demonstrate decorating cakes with butter cream icing.
- Demonstrate decorating cakes with royal icing.
- Demonstrate creating cake decorations using a piping bag.
- Summarize methods used to decorate cakes with gum paste.
- Describe procedures involved in decorating wedding cakes, children's cakes, holiday and celebration cakes.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information

- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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Student Testimonials
- "This was an excellent class. I learned quite a bit--especially in the last class. I can't really think of anything that would improve it." -- Susan D.
- "This course was excellent, really helped build my confidence to be able to go forward with skills I learnt, Nancy was so knowledgeable and encouraging." -- Fiona B.
- "I had a great time. I loved this course and will be taking others, I really enjoyed the instructor." -- Connie C.
- "This course was very helpful and was lots of fun." -- Melanie S.
- "She was super nice and helpful." -- Gina B.
- "I think the instructor was great....she answered my questions and has been patient in waiting for the pictures. I found the reading material helpful as well as the videos." -- Sandra R.
- "You're a great instructor! :)" -- Sheri S.
- "I found all parts of the course very helpful, as it was easy to understand more about icing, fondants...storage of cakes...also the links were a great guideline in finding what I need to." -- Sheri S.
- "This whole course was very helpful to me, I really did enjoy the whole course, I learned so much, taking this class and I do plan on enrolling in another one just as soon as I complete this course." -- Vanessa J.
- "Having my instructor on hand at all times to help was great. Great fun great instructor, wish I'd done it earlier." -- Nikki W.
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