Hospitality | P01609-AA | Course

Entry Year

01/09/2025

Location

Titanic Quarter

Duration

Full-Time

Course Code

P01609-AA

Overview

Level 2 TraineeshipHospitalitySubject to Approval

Titanic Quarter

Full-Time

Further Education

Start Date: 01/09/2025

End Date: 07/06/2026

Qualifications

OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality (610/5994/8)

FDQ Level 2 Award in Food Safety for the Food Industry (603/6390/3)

FDQ Level 2 Award In Principles of food allergen awareness and control (610/0916/7)

OCN NI Level 2 Award in Barista Skills and Counter Service (603/3325/X)

Overview

This is a one-year course is suitable for those who wish to pursue a career in the hospitality industry, it delivers the practical skills and knowledge you will need to work successfully across a range of establishments including bars, restaurants, cafes, conference centres, banqueting venues, hotels, contract caterers, tourist information centres and visitor attractions.  

This course covers skills and knowledge relating to

Food and beverage service skills
Processing Payments
Food Safety
Customer service
Health and safety

Teamwork and communication

You will gain valuable hands-on experience in the College’s Linen Lounge training restaurant and on placement with hospitality and tourism employers locally.

If required, you may also be able to undertake the study of Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy for those who have not achieved level 2 or equivalent in these subjects.

This programme of study is likely to include additional enrichment activities/module(s) which are included to enhance your employability.

Please read our Terms and Conditions before applying for or enrolling on any of our courses.

Advice

Pre-Entry Advice

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Requirements

Minimum entry requirements are pre-defined by the College’s admissions criteria, which can be found by visiting our entry criteria page on this link

Entry criteria for this course are listed below:

Applicants must also hold a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades A-G with a minimum E in Mathematics and English.  
It is essential that you possess the commitment, enthusiasm and positive attitude required to succeed in this customer-facing industry.

Proof of qualifications MUST be provided when you enrol, e.g., exam certificates.

Achieved and pending qualifications can be recorded now by logging into your online application account.

All courses within Belfast Met are delivered and assessed in English, apart from language-specific courses. Your competence in English must be verified prior to enrolling on your chosen course.

Entry requirements can change and be discussed on an individual basis if necessary.

In the event of undersubscription, course criteria may be lowered.

Fees

Visit our Student Funding page here to find out how to fund your studies

All fees are set in accordance with DfE regulations.

This course tuition fee is fully funded by the Department for the Economy.

Students are required to supply their own kit, approximate cost £100.00. Lists of kit requirements will be given once student is enrolled.

Students are also required to contribute approximately £20 towards cost of educational visits.

Assessment

You will develop a portfolio of evidence over your two years of study. At the end of year two you will be required to pass three assessments. An observation of your work practice, a professional discussion and a multiple-choice test paper.

Made for More

Careers

On successful completion, you may be able to progress to a relevant Level 3 qualification. While on course, many of our students find part-time employment in hotels, restaurants and licensed premises which greatly enhances the opportunity to secure full-time employment within the local vibrant and exciting hospitality industry.