The Baking & Pastry curriculum provides students with the skills and knowledge required for jobs in the baking/pastry industry or for further academic studies. Potential employers include restaurants, hotels, independent bakeries/pastry shops, wholesale/retail markets and high-volume bakeries.

Learn the art of barbering, and prepare for the NC Board of Barber Examiners certification exam and apprentice license.

The Cosmetology curriculum is designed to provide competency based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles, and hands-on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills.

Learn the art of cosmetology in Wake Tech's streamlined, non-degree School of Cosmetology program. Prepare yourself to be workforce ready by focusing solely on hands-on training and preparing for the N.C. Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners certification exam.

The Culinary Arts curriculum provides training to prepare students for positions as culinary professionals in food service settings, such as full-service restaurants, hotels, resorts, clubs and catering operations.

The Esthetics Technology curriculum provides competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles and hands-on fundamentals associated with the art of skin care.

From baking to bartending, culinary and restaurant certifications to operating your own food truck, Wake Tech has a short-term training program to get you the skills you need.

Get a comprehensive overview of the lodging industry and an in-depth look at facets of service and latest trends in the Hospitality Industry. Earn multiple certifications in one, 10-week course.

The Hospitality Management curriculum provides students with the administrative and practical skills needed for supervisory and managerial positions in hotels, motels, resorts, inns, clubs, restaurants and institutions.