Hospitality and Tourism

COMMITMENT

55 hours

MODE OF STUDY

On-Ground, Online

TERMS OFFERED

Fall, Spring, Summer

CAREER FIELD(S)

Business, Culinary/Hospitality

COST

$2500

Exams and textbooks are not included in price.

FUNDING

WIOA, SNAP

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CAMPUSES

Gateway

Our "Introduction to the Foodservice and Hospitality Industry" course is your gateway to a thrilling career in this thriving field. This comprehensive program is meticulously designed to provide you with a strong foundation in fundamental culinary concepts and methods while immersing you in the multifaceted realm of food service operations.

In This Course You'll Learn To:

maintain a safe and sanitary workplace environment
obtain a ServSafe® Food Handler Certificate
explore food preparation and presentation techniques, refine flavors and demonstrate knife skills
create a professional resume for future employment ventures
obtain a Connecticut Tourism Coalition CHAT certificate
obtain TIPs certification for safe alcohol service and intervention strategies
have knowledge of the basics of restaurant and lodging operations

Admission Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age
GED or high school diploma

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Students in our non-credit career programs are not eligible for federal financial aid or free college funding. However, there are alternative funding options available, such as WIOA, SNAP, and scholarships.

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