Which TVET Colleges Offer Hospitality

In South Africa, the demand for skilled hospitality professionals is on the rise, creating excellent opportunities for those who want to work in hotels, lodges, restaurants, catering companies, and the broader tourism industry. If you have a passion for service, enjoy working with people, and see yourself building a career in this field, studying Hospitality at a TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) college is a smart choice.

TVET colleges are well known for providing practical and job-ready training, and their Hospitality courses are designed to prepare students with both the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills needed in the workplace. From food preparation and catering services to housekeeping, front office operations, and customer service, these programs cover all the essential areas of the industry. This ensures that graduates leave not only with qualifications but also with real skills that employers value.

Another benefit of choosing a TVET college is that many institutions have strong links with the hospitality and tourism sectors. This often gives students opportunities for internships and on-the-job training, making it easier to gain experience and secure employment after completing their studies.

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Minimum entry requirements for the Hospitality programme

For entry into the National Certificate (Hospitality) at NQF Level 2, you require:

A Hospitality NC(V) L4 Certificate; or a
National Introductory Certificate: N4 Food Services; or an
Equivalent NQF level 4 occupation qualification; or an
APS score of 24, using double the English, and the four (4) next best subjects of NSC/NC(V)

Hospitality Programme Structure

N4:

Catering Theory & Practical
Nutrition & Menu Planning
Sanitation & Housekeeping
Applied Management

N5:

Catering Theory & Practical
Food & Beverage Services
Entrepreneurship & Business Management
Applied Management

N6:

Catering Theory & Practical
Communication & Human Relations
Introductory Computer Practice
Applied Management

How long is the qualification?

The National Certificate (Hospitality) programme is a full-year programme at each of the NQF levels of study. A student is issued a certificate on the successful completion of each level of study, that is, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4.

The National Certificate (Hospitality) provides an opportunity to access careers in any of the sectors listed below.