Hospitality and Catering (N4-N6)
nATIONAL n dIPLOMA
Hospitality
& Catering Management
NQF Level 6 360 credits
Program Overview
The Hospitality industry is a broad category of fields within the Service Industry that includes lodging, food and drink service, event planning, theme parks, and transportation. It includes hotels, restaurants and bars. This includes the reception and entertainment of guests and visitors.
This diploma is conferred by the Department of Higher Education and Training. All qualications are nationally recognized by industry and universities. On successful completion of the course, you will receive a:
- National Certicate at each level N4, N5, N6
- National N Diploma in Tourism (on completion of N4-N6 and 18 months training)
Admission requirements
- 1.1 A Hospitality NC(V) L4 Certificate; or a
- 1.2 National Introductory Certificate: N4 Food Services; or an
- 1.3 Equivalent NQF level 4 occupation qualification; or an
- 1.4 APS score of 24, using double the English, and the four (4) next best subjects of NSC/NC(V)
- 1.5 G11 or N3
Duration
- Six 18 months Theory and 12 Months Practical
- Promotional requirements- You must pass a minimum of three subjects to be promoted to the next level.
- To complete the qualification, the student must also complete 12 months of practical training (In-service training) in the relevant field of study.
Programme Structure N4
- Catering Theory & Practical N4
- Food & Beverage Services N4
- Sanitation & Housekeeping N4
- Applied Management N4
Programme Structure N5
- Catering Theory & Practical N5
- Nutrition & Menu Planning N5
- Entrepreneurship & Business Management N5
- Applied Management N5
Programme Structure N6
- Catering Theory & Practical N6
- Communication & Human Relations N6
- Introductory Computer Practice N4
- Applied Management N6
Career Opportunities
- Food and Beverage Management
- Hotel Management
- Accommodation Services
- Events Management
- Assistant cook/chef, waitron
Internship Requirement
This programme requires that the student undertakes an internship for a minimum of 18 months in relevant industry after completing the in-class academic study. There is an opportunity for job placement assistance through our industry network after graduating depending on availability.
Qualification Obtainable
On completion of the program, student will receive a certicate for each level completed and subsequently a Diploma in Hospitality & Catering. Certicates and Diplomas are awarded by the Department of Higher Education and Training.