Higher Certificate in Tourism & Hospitality in the Accommodation Sector
1-YEAR Higher Certificate
SAQA ID: 110944 | NQF LEVEL: 5 | CREDITS: 120
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
The aim of the Higher Certificate in Tourism and Hospitality in the Accommodation Sector is to equip you with knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that will enable you to become confident and independent, and to make responsible contributions to the everchanging industry of tourism and hospitality. This programme promotes marketability and employability. It aims to benefit the economy by developing citizenship, increasing social and economic productivity, providing specifically skilled professional people to help transform these industries.
WHO SHOULD ENROL?
Individuals who:
- Are already working in the tourism or hospitality industry and want to obtain a formal qualification
- Want a career in any of the sectors of the tourism and hospitality industry
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- NSC (National Senior Certificate) (Gr 12) with admission to Higher Certificate studies, or NC (National Certificate) (Vocational) with the minimum requirements for entrance to Higher Certificate studies
- A person aged 23 or older with work experience in this field of study may also qualify for admission
Curriculum
- Rooms Division and Reception
- Concierge Fundamentals
- Food and Beverage Skills/Practical
- Business Tourism
- Experiential Learning
NOTE: NewBridge Graduate Institute reserves the right to make changes to the programme syllabus and admission requirements.
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING
Experiential learning is critical to teaching and learning, and is an important and integral part of your formal training. You need to complete 200 hours of experiential learning during this programme
Study Options
This programme is offered full-time or part-time.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Cruise Ship Employee
- Reservationist
- Hotel Clerk
- Receptionist
- Guest Relations Officer
- Housekeeper
- Food and Beverage Attendant
- Conference/Banquet Attendant
- Head Waiter
FURTHER STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
Admission to the Diploma in Tourism Management or Hospitality Management.