Hospitality Skills
How To Apply
Program Details
- Program Code1819
- SchoolSchool of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts
- CredentialOntario College Certificate
- Program TypeCertificate program
- Program Length1 year/ 2 semesters
- LocationProgress Campus
- Emailhospitality@centennialcollege.ca
- Telephone416-289-5000, ext. 52569
- Program Overview
- Courses
- Career Options and Education Pathways
- Admission Requirements
- How to Apply
- Tuition and Fees
- Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
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The Hospitality Skills program is crafted as a platform for you to develop the skills required to match the industry’s demand for qualified entry-level employees. In one year (two semesters), this program will set you up to master and apply a variety of practical skills and theoretical knowledge that will allow you the opportunity to work within the hospitality sector.
Your employability will be increased through valuable certifications such as Safe Food Handlers, Smart Serve, and first aid/CPR.
Please note: Upon program completion, you'll be able and encouraged to continue your studies in one of Centennial College's School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts diploma programs, such as Hospitality - Hotel Operations Management (program #1807) or Food and Beverage Management (program #1808).
Program Overview
The Hospitality Skills program is crafted as a platform for you to develop the skills required to match the industry’s demand for qualified entry-level employees. In one year (two semesters), this program will set you up to master and apply a variety of practical skills and theoretical knowledge that will allow you the opportunity to work within the hospitality sector.
Your employability will be increased through valuable certifications such as Safe Food Handlers, Smart Serve, and first aid/CPR.
Please note: Upon program completion, you'll be able and encouraged to continue your studies in one of Centennial College's School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts diploma programs, such as Hospitality - Hotel Operations Management (program #1807) or Food and Beverage Management (program #1808).
Courses
Career Options and Education Pathways
Program Highlights
- Experiential based learning with inspiring hospitality experienced faculty as your guide.
- State of the art classrooms, award winning restaurant; The Local Cafe and Restaurant and Event Centre.
- Graduate with a blend of practical and theoretical courses that will give you the skills to start or continue a career in hotel or restaurant operations
- Industry recognized certifications that prepare you for the workforce.
Career Outlook
- Guest Service Representatives
- Room Attendant
- Food and Beverage Service
Education Pathways
Graduates of this Hospitality Skills certificate program have the opportunity to apply learning achieved for credits toward further study. Listed below are the degrees from partnering institutions that are available for this program.
Please note that each partner has minimum admission requirements to be met in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the receiving partner institution.
| Partner Institution | Degree |
|---|---|
| Algoma University | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Bachelor of Arts – Finance and Economics | |
| Nipissing University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
Please visit our website at //centennial.adv-pub.moveonca.com/outgoing-home/ for more information on articulation agreements.
For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please visit ONTransfer.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
- Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take the Centennial English Admission Test
Additional Requirements
How to Apply
1. Apply Online
Domestic Students
If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please apply at the Employment Training Centre (Progress Campus). The Better Jobs Ontario Program is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.
If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.
All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $125 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.
International Students
Apply directly to Centennial College here.
2. Submit Documents
Domestic Applicants
Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.
Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.
Domestic applicants who attended school outside of Canada: If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). For more information go to Submitting your Transcripts.
International Applicants
Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.
3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission
Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.
You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.
You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.
When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.
4. Pay Fees
Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.
You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.
5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)
Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.
Fall registration begins mid-July
January registration begins mid-December
May registration begins mid-April
Your web-registration will not open if:
You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.
Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.
Tuition and Fees
Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2024.
| Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Ancillary Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | $2,721.00 | $1,456.62 | $4,177.62 |
| International | $16,649.00 | $1,944.80 | $18,593.80 |
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.
- Provide hospitality service in a professional manner to increase customer satisfaction.
- Use basic mathematic and accounting skills to assist with the daily functions of a hospitality operation.
- Assist in the development and implementation of a hospitality operations marketing plan and materials.
- Comply with health and safety regulations, legislation, and procedures related to the hospitality industry.
- Plan and implement personal and professional development strategies related to the hospitality industry.
- Use current technologies and computer applications to support the daily functions of a hospitality operation
- Perform as an entry-level team member in hospitality operations including accommodation and food and beverage settings.
- Contribute to a positive hospitality environment by implementing and promoting inclusive practices.
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Shraddha Hash Chaudhari, Hospitality Skills, GraduateCentennial College's Hospitality Skills program has been a transformative journey for me. The blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experiences, such as using opera cloud and restaurant operations, has equipped me with practical skills. What's remarkable is the confidence this program instills through corrections from experienced professors. My overall experience at Centennial College has been outstanding, thanks to dedicated professors
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and a well-structured curriculum. I wholeheartedly recommend the Hospitality Skills program to anyone considering a career in hospitality. It's not just a
one-year certificate; it's a transformative journey preparing you thoroughly for the dynamic world of hospitality.