Each 6-month certificate level builds skills on top of the previous and counts towards obtaining the Professional Diploma (completion of the three certificate levels is possible from 12-18 months).
The Diploma can be achieved in a reduced timeframe if the student passes a Recognition of Experiential Learning Exam and has prior work experience or studied hospitality.
Entry & exit is possible at any level of the certificate subject to admissions criteria.
VET-by-EHL programs can be structured based on 2 distinct models:
The Center Model
The Center Model was designed for students to be work-ready upon completion.
It offers a 50/50 split format with classroom-based learning combined with guided practical workshops and on-the-job application.
Foundation 6 months
3 months of courses 3 months of internship
For students and professionals as of 16 years with no previous experience in hospitality.
Graduate profile: Continue in Intermediate module or take up basic line staff positions.
Intermediate 6 months
3 months of courses 3 months of internship
For Working individuals with 1 or 2 years related work experience looking to advance in their career.
Graduate profile: Continue in advanced module or re-enter industry in more advance position.
Advanced 6 months
3 months of courses 3 months of internship
For Working individuals with 3+ year related work experience looking to advance in their career.
Graduate profile: Re-enter industry with supervisor position perspective in 1-2 years or continue towards Higher Diploma or Bachelor Studies.
The Apprenticeship Model
The Apprenticeship Model was designed for students to earn while they learn.
It offers a 80/20 split format in partnership with local hotel partners. Learners receive daily on-the-job training in addition to classroom-based theory 1 day per week.
Foundation 6 months
4 days/week on-the job training 1 day/week theoretical studies
For students and professionals as of 16 years with no previous experience in hospitality.
Graduate profile: Continue in Intermediate module or take up basic line staff positions.
Intermediate 6 months
4 days/week on-the job training 1 day/week theoretical studies
For Working individuals with 1 or 2 years related work experience looking to advance in their career.
Graduate profile: Continue in advanced module or re-enter industry in more advance position.
Advanced 6 months
4 days/week on-the job training 1 day/week theoretical studies
For Working individuals with 3+ year related work experience looking to advance in their career.
Graduate profile: Re-enter industry with supervisor position perspective in 1-2 years or continue towards Higher Diploma or Studies.
Programs Overview
The VET by EHL course materials are developed by EHL’s faculty and benchmarked on the Swiss vocational competency framework. The licensed training center can choose to offer any of the below modules or streams independently & according to their specific needs.
Culinary Professional Diploma
Equivalent to 60 credits US (20 credits US per term)
Successful graduates possess the competencies and knowledge to be fully operational in different kitchens, following the standards of first-class culinary operations. Diploma holders have a deep understanding of how a professional kitchen is run, the industry tools that are used and are well-equipped to enter the industry and reach a supervisory position in a short period of time.
F&B Service Professional Diploma
Equivalent to 60 credits US (20 credits US per term)
Diploma holders are able to demonstrate the competencies required to be fully operational within different restaurant concepts, following the standards of a first-class restaurant setting. Successful graduates have a deep understanding of how an F&B establishment is conducted, the tools needed to be successful and are well-equipped to enter the industry and reach a supervisory position within a short period of time.
Hotel Professional Diploma
Equivalent to 60 credits US (20 credits US per term)
Diploma holders are able to demonstrate the competencies and knowledge required to be fully operational in different functions following the standards of a first-class hotel operation. Successful graduates have the capacity to successfully work independently in the front-office or housekeeping operations and are well-equipped to enter the industry and reach a supervisory position in a short period of time. Specialization options are possible at the Advanced level in: Hotel Administration, Hotel Communication and Hotel Rooms Division.
