Gelato business academy

Professional course artisanal popsicle course

Thiscourse is designed for micro-entrepreneurs seeking to create a profitable business model with low startup costs. The production method is simple,enjoyable, and easy to scale or franchise.

Our certifications

Introduction to Nutrition and Health at
STANFORD
Master's in Nutrition and Dietetics at
UDIMA

Listen our master gelato maker

Discover our "artisanal popsicle course" and transform your future! Choose from a wide range of courses, develop new skills, and achieve your goals
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We have had an international presence since 2006. Hundreds of students have embarked on their entrepreneurial journeys after training

Modality

In classroom (EN)

Duration

2 days
16 hours

Price

750 €

Next Dates

Start:
7/11/2025 6:44 PM
End:
7/12/2025 6:44 PM

Vanue: In-Person – Bergamo
Language: English

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Syllabus all-in-one
Master Gelato Maker Course

Day 1: Technical Aspects and Workshop

  • Knowledge to Profit: Basic chemistry and physics of gelato, along with essential solutions for creating popsicles and their ingredients.
  • Introduction to the 7 Different Ways to Do Business with Gelato: Business models based on production type and business objectives.
  • Artisanal Popsicle Making with Air: Core recipes for soft-serve machines and/or batch freezers.
  • Artisanal Popsicle Making without Air: Key recipes for popsicle production using glycol.
  • Production and Preservation Machinery, Sales Equipment
  • Hands-on Practice with Essential Cream and Sorbet Recipes

Day 2: Technical Aspects and Gelato Workshop

  • Solid and Liquid Fillings for Popsicles: Techniques for crafting various types of dips.
  • Coatings and Decorations for Popsicles: Techniques for finishing and presentation.
  • Business Deep Dive:
    1. Required investment to open a popsicle shop
    2. Calculation of the BEP (Break-Even Point)
    3. Analysis of the Commercial Mix, Food Cost, and Selling Prices (PMV)
    4. Commercial Space and Layout: Identity, decor, and examples of established popsicle shops
  • Closure and Credential Delivery

What's included?

  • Official personalized credential of “Artisanal Popsicle Technician”
  • Complete recipe book with all recipes developed during the course
  • €400 voucher for equipment purchase
  • Minimum qualification of High School Diploma
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Master ice cream maker Andrea Stortini, who holds a Master's degree in Food and Dietetics. He has over 30 years of experience in the artisanal Italian ice cream industry, starting as a Manager of ice cream shops in Italy and Spain, and then as Director of the Gerogelato School where he has been teaching courses and advising numerous companies in the artisanal and industrial ice cream sector since 2006 in Spain, Italy, Portugal, Germany,Canada the United States and the rest of Latin America.

Since 2006
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More than 600 trained professionals in America and Europe

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There is no greater pleasure and satisfaction than educating yourself to improve as a human being. But even greater satisfaction is obtained when doing so makes you realize that you have chosen the right place to do it.
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Learn how to make the best artisanal Italian Gelato

Issues We Address

Lack of Experience:
Worried about not having prior experience in ice cream making? Our course will equip you with solid theoretical knowledge backed by hands-on experience in the real world.

Technical Unfamiliarity:
The science behind ice cream can be overwhelming. We'll guide you through the technical aspects so you can craft high-quality ice cream from day one.

Business Management:
It's not just about making ice cream; efficient business management is crucial too. You'll learn key strategies for business management, marketing, and customer service.

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We are the perfect solution if you want to set up a successful ice cream shop