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Certificate of Completion
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This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions within hospitality and tourism. Students will learn about the history, development, and inter-relatedness of segments of the industry. Topics also include the organizational structure and functions of various segments that comprise hospitality and tourism, the principles of management, service, and business operations, and an introduction to various hospitality and tourism related jobs.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will be prepared to enter into entry-level hospitality and related jobs.
- Students will be employed or seeking employment in the field or a related field.
- Students demonstrate job readiness skills.
Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.
Required Courses
- Food Service Managers
Food Service Managers
SOC Career Code: 11-9051.00Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
Typical Hourly Salary$20.34The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$59,914.95Annual Job Openings7,744Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Gaming Managers
Gaming Managers
SOC Career Code: 11-9071.00Plan, direct, or coordinate gambling operations in a casino. May formulate house rules.
Typical Hourly Salary$35.34The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$95,733.56Annual Job Openings92Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Lodging Managers
Lodging Managers
SOC Career Code: 11-9081.00Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.
Typical Hourly Salary$24.94The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$70,335.38Annual Job Openings904Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Loss Prevention Managers
Loss Prevention Managers
SOC Career Code: 11-9199.08Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.
Typical Hourly Salary$42.20The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$122,446.43Annual Job Openings14,486Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
SOC Career Code: 13-1121.00Coordinate activities of staff, convention personnel, or clients to make arrangements for group meetings, events, or conventions.
Typical Hourly Salary$22.61The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$62,845.67Annual Job Openings2,578Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop Hosts and Hostesses
Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop Hosts and Hostesses
SOC Career Code: 35-9031.00Welcome patrons, seat them at tables or in lounge, and help ensure quality of facilities and service.
Typical Hourly Salary$15.88The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$34,514.09Annual Job Openings12,985Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Supervisors of Gaming Workers
Supervisors of Gaming Workers
SOC Career Code: 39-1013.00Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers in assigned gambling areas. May circulate among tables, observe operations, and ensure that stations and games are covered for each shift. May verify and pay off jackpots. May reset slot machines after payoffs and make repairs or adjustments to slot machines or recommend removal of slot machines for repair. May plan and organize activities and services for guests in hotels/casinos.
Typical Hourly Salary$28.92The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$64,334.40Annual Job Openings288Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers
Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers
SOC Career Code: 39-1014.00Directly supervise and coordinate activities of entertainment and recreation related workers.
Typical Hourly Salary$18.95The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$46,699.05Annual Job Openings2,054Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Supervisors of Personal Service Workers
Supervisors of Personal Service Workers
SOC Career Code: 39-1022.00Supervise and coordinate activities of personal service workers.
Typical Hourly Salary$18.89The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$49,051.59Annual Job Openings1,570Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers
SOC Career Code: 39-3031.00Assist patrons at entertainment events by performing duties, such as collecting admission tickets and passes from patrons, assisting in finding seats, searching for lost articles, and helping patrons locate such facilities as restrooms and telephones.
Typical Hourly Salary$16.00The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$34,736.00Annual Job Openings5,173Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Concierges
Concierges
SOC Career Code: 39-6012.00Assist patrons at hotel, apartment, or office building with personal services. May take messages; arrange or give advice on transportation, business services, or entertainment; or monitor guest requests for housekeeping and maintenance.
Typical Hourly Salary$17.17The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$40,669.69Annual Job Openings830Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Travel Guides
Travel Guides
SOC Career Code: 39-7012.00Plan, organize, and conduct long-distance travel, tours, and expeditions for individuals and groups.
Typical Hourly Salary$16.51The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$40,311.29Annual Job Openings1,814Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks
SOC Career Code: 43-4081.00Accommodate hotel, motel, and resort patrons by registering and assigning rooms to guests, issuing room keys or cards, transmitting and receiving messages, keeping records of occupied rooms and guests' accounts, making and confirming reservations, and presenting statements to and collecting payments from departing guests.
Typical Hourly Salary$16.89The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$37,303.62Annual Job Openings5,246Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Receptionists and Information Clerks
Receptionists and Information Clerks
SOC Career Code: 43-4171.00Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.
Typical Hourly Salary$17.05The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$39,065.73Annual Job Openings13,393Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Passenger Attendant Supervisors
Passenger Attendant Supervisors
SOC Career Code: 53-1044.00Supervise and coordinate activities of passenger attendants.
Typical Hourly Salary$23.26The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$61,974.45Annual Job Openings8,184Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages
- Food Service Managers
