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The ideal starting point for a career in hospitality This immersive programs combines hands-on practical training with business management theory, plus the opportunity to gain invaluable professional experience through two industry internships.

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First step into the dynamic hospitality industry. The Certificate in Hotel Operations equips students with the essential learning and fundamental skills needed to step into further studies of the dynamic international hospitality industry of today. Students will be introduced to the various facets of hospitality operations such as front office, housekeeping, food and beverage service, and culinary arts.

Discover the techniques that have made French chocolatiers the envy of the world Gain the skills required to work with chocolate and craft various products, including chocolate-based desserts, chocolates, and confectionaries.

The techniques behind the French baguette, making the perfect flaky croissant, mastering a braided brioche : if bread intrigues you and you want to get in-depth professional knowledge on the subject, this program is for you.

The Culinary Arts Intern, participating in the J-1 Visa Program, will engage in comprehensive training across diverse facets of culinary arts within a professional kitchen environment. This internship provides a hands-on learning opportunity focused on cultivating culinary skills, fostering creativity, and gaining insights into kitchen operations across various culinary settings.

At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to: Interpret practical, theoretical and personal skills required for senior management roles within a variety of international culinary arts organisations. Synthesise strategic, organisational and marketing processes of a commercial hospitality enterprise within the context of the global nature of the business.

The Hospitality Trainers and Associates (HTA) School of Culinary Art, an Internationally Accredited Chef School, run under the leadership of Stephen Billingham, former President of the South African Chefs Association, is one of South Africa’s leading Chef Training Providers specialising in modular, outcomes based training and development. Registered through an internationally recognised awarding body, City and Guilds, as well as South Africa’s Quality Council For Trades & Occupations. HTA has been training Chefs in partnership with the South African food & beverage and hospitality industries since 1996, producing many of the country’s most talented Chefs. HTA was established in 1995 to provide Culinary students, from school leavers to corporates, with a fundamental grounding in all disciplines relating to the production of top quality cuisine and the ability to manage a kitchen. This award winning school offers unparalleled opportunities to acquire both theoretical knowledge and carefully monitored practical training in their state-of-the-art facilities. HTA School of Culinary Art is one of four Progressive Chef Training divisions of HTA group of Companies, the other three divisions of HTA predominantly focus on Chef Training Programmes for employed persons currently working in the Hospitality industry. These Programmes are offered to Up-Skill and Certify hundreds of Cooks, Chefs and Caterers each year across all levels and Sectors in the Industry. This valuable side of our business, working with and having industry Chefs is a reservoir of knowledge and experience, which is passed on to all full time students through our Programmes. HTA School of Culinary Art is committed to providing training that remains at the forefront of global culinary trends. With established relationships with top hotels, restaurants and catering companies in Gauteng, students have the opportunity for practical application of their theoretical knowledge and ensuring that practical elements of the course are completed with reputable Chefs in a carefully structured, planned and moderated way. Each student also receives membership to the South African Chefs Association, with the objective of further enhancing the students’ professional approach. This allows each student access to regional and national competitions, food festivals, chef conferences and networking opportunities with professionals in the industry.

Intense practical training for future leaders in culinary arts Taught across six semesters, including two professional internships, this Bachelor program combines intensive culinary arts training with rigorous academic studies of business and management topics.

- 6 months on campus & a 6 month paid internship worldwide or in Switzerland - Two intakes a year: April and October - The degree is awarded in partnership with Derby University (UK) - The Master of Arts in Entrepreneurship is a comprehensive programme developed in partnership with the University of Derby, UK. The programme provides future hospitality managers with in-depth knowledge to explore innovative business opportunities and maintain a sustainable and profitable business. PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

Learn the essential practical aspects of vegetarian cooking and understand the development of vegetarian cuisine and the influence of other dietary requirements through one of our specialized vegetarian courses.

Master the fundamentals of culinary arts and develop your palate and senses by exploring different techniques, ingredients, and world cuisines.

Become a Hospitality expert! As a combination of two Swiss degrees in hospitality, this pathway offers a deeper immersion and broader overview of the industry with more internship experience.

Experience the Food & Beverage Department in a luxury resort environment through a J-1 training in the USA. During the program, you will experience most areas of the F&B department through rotations in the different outlets on property. The program is designed to give you the experience needed to excel in the hospitality industry when you return home.