Hospitality, Events & Tourism

Serving Up Skills for the Future

If your child loves helping others, exploring new places, or dreams of working in travel or food service, this field is a great fit. They can build valuable skills in areas like hotel management, event planning, and restaurant and food service management while preparing for industry-recognized certifications.1 It’s a great way for them to turn their passion for making people feel welcome into a rewarding career.

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Which pathway is offered?

Hospitality Management — If your child enjoys helping others feel welcome and loves planning fun experiences, this pathway could be a great fit. They’ll explore how to create memorable moments for guests, whether that means planning vacations, managing big events, or even helping visitors learn about local history. This pathway opens doors to exciting careers in travel, tourism, and event planning.

What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?2

Career opportunities in this field include: 

  • Events manager
  • Sales event planner
  • Tour guide
  • Tour operator
  • Tour and travel coordinator
  • Travel agent
  • Tour and ticket reservationist
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1Many Microsoft® Office certificates can be earned after completing one course. Other certificates require more classes to ensure students are better prepared, and students who participate in the program for at least two years will receive further preparation for certification testing.
2Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications after a student graduates from high school.