Full Time Foundation skills in Hospitality Entry level 3

Foundation skills in Hospitality Entry level 3

Campus: Bridgend

Length of Course: 1 year

Course Description: This programme has been developed to meet the needs of students interested in a career within the hospitality and catering industry. It will allow them to develop the skills and knowledge required to progress into employment and/or continue their study in the vocational area.

The programme consists of an Edexcel Certificate in Skills for Working Life (Hospitality & Catering) Entry level 3 with various additional programmes added to meet the needs of the industry.

Modules:

• Health & Safety
• Managing Money
• Interview Skills
• Introduction to Skills for Work
• Developing food preparation & cooking skills
• Introduction to food hygiene & safe practice
• Developing Food Service Skills
• Working Together
• Producing a Product

Additional Programmes

• Level 1 Award in Food Safety
• Basic Skills
• Sport and recreation practice & Investigating sport and leisure
• Introduction to word processing & introduction to internet and email
• Learn Direct

Entry requirements: A range of GCSEs grades D or below or other recognised equivalent qualifications. ALL applicants will need to attend a formal interview at the college.

Progression/Career Opportunities: On completion of this qualification students may progressing to other Further Education programmes at Introductory Diploma or NVQ level in related vocational subjects. Alternatively, students may seek employment in a variety of sectors related to Hospitality, Travel & Tourism.

Did you know? In Wales alone in excess of 30000 jobs remain unfilled at any one time.

What our students say: "The course was fun and challenging and had lots of different units including cooking and sport. I got on with all the tutors, they were helpful and supportive. The bit I enjoyed most was working in the college restaurant as I was able to deal with and help real customers." Lauren Jones