Introduction to Hospitality - NPA (SCQF Level 4)
Start
25 Aug 2025
End
12 Jun 2026
This course introduces learners to the hospitality industry and explores the scope of the industry, the career paths and job roles within it, and the employability skills that underpin them.
Students will study a variety of units at an introductory level including Professional Cookery, Skills for Customer Care and Hospitality Events.
The SCQF Level 4 course in Hospitality is suitable for a wide range of candidates including those who have recently left school and adult learners returning to education.
Qualifications
Upon successful completion, candidates will achieve the following award;
- NPA Professional Cookery
Delivery
The course is full-time with delivery on campus as per service and preparation requirements, for 36 weeks.
Location
Entry requirements
Learners would benefit from having attained the skills, knowledge and understanding from relevant qualifications in Hospitality at SCQF Level 3 or equivalent or progressing from a college course in the same area.
Progression opportunities
On successful completion of the course, students may progress to some of the pathways outlined below.?
Further or Higher Education Opportunities?
Employment opportunities in this vocational area that are applicable to the units undertaken in this course allow the learner to build the skills to gain entry opportunities as kitchen operatives and front of house staff.
Application and Interview Process
Applications will be reviewed by the curriculum team and candidates will be invited to interview to follow up on the information contained within to confirm suitability. A full, detailed personal statement is important at this stage. Candidates are provided with the opportunity to ask further questions about the course and college support services at the interviews.
Questions?
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