Program Details

 The Hospitality & Tourism SHSM program focuses on providing students with the skills and knowledge needed for careers in the hospitality and tourism industries. It includes hands-on experiences in areas such as hotel management, culinary arts, event planning, and travel services, preparing students for a dynamic and customer-focused career path. This program includes:

A bundle of credits: Students must complete a bundle of nine senior credits, which includes:

·     Four major credits in hospitality and tourism, which can include courses in culinary arts, hairstyling and sociology.  

·       One English credit.

·       One Mathematics credit.

·       One additional credit Business or Science, or an additional major credit.

*Sample Grade 11 and 12 Course Selections for a Workplace Bound Student Studying Hospitality and Tourism 

*Contact Student Services at your school for course availability and planning support

 At least TWO Co-operative Education Credits related to Hospitality and Tourism. Apprenticeship, College, or Workplace bound students can take FOUR or more credits in co-op while   fulfilling graduation requirements.

 Certifications and Training: Students must complete sector-recognized certifications and training, such as:

•            Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Level C

•            Standard First Aid

•            Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Experiential Learning: Opportunities for hands-on learning through co-operative education placements, job shadowing, and field trips.

·       Reach Ahead Experiences: Activities that connect students with their postsecondary goals, such as visits to colleges, universities, or workplaces.

·       Sector-Partnered Experiences: Activities that involve working with industry partners to gain real-world experience. 

Example of Experiential Learning 

 A Hospitality and Tourism SHSM field trip might visit a luxury hotel to gain firsthand experience in the hospitality industry. They would tour the hotel, interact with staff from various departments, and participate in a   workshop on event planning or culinary arts. This experience would provide valuable insights into hotel operations and customer service, highlighting career opportunities in the hospitality sector.

 Career Opportunities: 

Workplace Pathway:

 Graduates can pursue careers such as cook, server, customer service representative at hotels or restaurants, or entrepreneurs in the hospitality sector.

 College Pathway:

 Students can enrol in programs like Culinary Management, Hospitality Management, or Tourism Management, leading to careers such as chef, hotel manager, or tourism coordinator.

 University Pathway:

 Students can pursue degrees in Hospitality Management, Business Administration with a focus on hospitality, or Tourism Studies, leading to careers such as hospitality manager, business consultant in   the hospitality industry, or tourism manager.

 Apprenticeship Pathway:

 Students may pursue apprenticeships in areas like culinary arts or hotel management, leading to roles such as certified chef or hotel supervisor.

Sample of Elective Certifications within Hospitality and Tourism SHSM