Only bakeries employing a licensed maître pâtissier can legally call themselves a "patisserie".
Achieving this level requires a lengthy apprenticeship, years of experience, and passing a rigorous written and practical examination . Maitriser La Patisserie
Schools such as Ecole Ducasse and the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) offer online diplomas that combine home-based curriculum with professional externships . Only bakeries employing a licensed maître pâtissier can
