Applicants must be at least 16 years of age on or before 1 July in the year of proposed entry to the course.

All applicants must demonstrate, at interview, a satisfactory level of fluency in English – both written and spoken. The College reserves the right to refer any applicant to appropriate English language or literacy classes until their level of fluency is sufficient to enable participation in all areas of study.

Applicants must have achieved a minimum of a Level 1 qualification, defined as four GCSEs at grades D–G, including Mathematics and English at grades E-E or equivalent. Enhanced entry grades for Mathematics and English apply in certain subject areas; these will be discussed with applicants following receipt of their application.

Assessment for the traineeship will be varied and will be based on a combination of written examinations and observations of participants’ competence in real work situations. Learners will be evaluated on their ability to apply skills and knowledge in the workplace, as well as their compliance with industry standards and regulations.

On successful completion of this course students may progress to level 3 courses in related areas such as the Level 3 in Food and Beverage Supervision or Level Travel and Tourism.

Throughout the traineeship, you will get to learn loads about hospitality and tourism. You will learn how to deliver top customer service, support front of house operations, help plan events and even promote what makes your area special to tourists.

All your learning happens in the College’s modern facilities, so you will be using the same kind of facilities as the pros. You will get real experience working with customers and visitors, building your confidence and finding out what you’re great at. The course is designed to meet the latest industry standards, so you know you are getting the right start for your future career whether that’s in a hotel, restaurant, or the world of travel and tourism.

If you want to build a future in hospitality or tourism, this traineeship is your chance to get hands-on, make new friends, and discover what you’re great at.

This course is for you if:

• You want to learn by doing, not just by listening.

• You are interested in both hospitality and tourism.

• You are ready to build skills that open doors to a wide range of careers.