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Introduction to the Hospitality Industry

Course Information

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Hospitality and Catering
  • Qualification City & Guild Certificate
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Entry Level
  • Location Centre for Progression (Tiverton Campus)
  • Course Length 1 year
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Overview

This hands on, practical qualification is perfect for students who are interested in a career in the hospitality sector but may need extra help with their learning. It will allow students to develop knowledge and skills towards independent living and learning, further study or employment. It is delivered from our Centre for Progression at Tiverton.

Who is this course for?

This course allows learners to develop knowledge and skills towards independent living and learning as well as supporting students to develop practical basic catering and food safety skills required for employment. It will be studied alongside Maths and English.

What you will study

Areas of study will include:

  • Basic food preparation
  • Basic cooking
  • Meal planning and preparation
  • Safe cleaning and storage
  • Food hygiene

You will:

  • Take part in regular tutorials
  • Study GCSE English and Maths alongside your Hospitality qualification
  • Learn in a brand new, fully equipped kitchen
  • Engage in a ‘farm to fork’ experience with some produce being grown on site

What experiences will I get?

College offers you lots of new and exciting experiences both in the classroom and when you are out and about undertaking set tasks. You will develop the necessary skills to become more independent in the classroom as well as developing the skills you need for progression.

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Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements to join this course, just a passion for cooking and good customer service skills. Students also need to have an EHCP.

Facilities

This is delivered from our New Centre for Progression at Tiverton. You will have access to a teaching kitchen, an outdoor space, including mini gym and quieter, chill out spaces for when you need to reset.

Assessment

There are internally set and assessed assignments which are externally moderated.

Progression and careers

You could potentially go onto the Level 1 Hospitality course at our Exeter Campus, Level 1 Skills Gateway or a Supported Internship within the hospitality industry.

  • Have a question?

    If you have questions or would like to speak to someone, our team of Customer Service Advisers can help answer your questions or direct your enquiry to the correct team.
    Speak to us today on 01392 400500 or send us a message using our contact form: www.exe-coll.ac.uk/contact.

  • How to apply

    Why not come along to one of our open events, a chance to explore our facilities, ask questions about our courses and find out more about being a student at Exeter College. Visit our open events page to find out more today.

Male Student portrait smiling at the camera stood in a kitchen in his chef whites and a black and white stripped apron

What our students think?

“There is a lot of support, the lecturers and tutors are always there for you. I chose to study at Exeter College because of the Michael Caines Academy and now I work for him at Lympstone Manor. In the future, my goal is to get a Michelin Star. I really want my own restaurant, that’s... Read more >

Hector
Professional Cookery Level 3 Diploma, Michael Caines Academy

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