Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Our Bridge to Hospitality Careers program, begun in the fall semester of 2024, is an Integrated Education and Training program approved by the Maine Department of Education’s Adult Education Office. Using a co-teaching model that integrates adult education and literacy activities, workforce preparation activities, and workforce training activities, this class serves Intermediate English language learners in ESOL Levels 3 and 4. In seventy (70) hours of instruction, adult students build English skills with contextualized instruction focused on hospitality and tourism. In addition, students benefit from individualized activities focused on preparing for a career in a hospitality-related job, with an attention to goal setting, resume writing, and interviewing skills. Students earn the Guest Service Gold®: Tourism certification from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute and the ServSafe® Food Handler certification. The purpose of this program is to support learners’ educational and career advancement.
In this class, students will:
-understand, discuss, read, and write about work-related goals, ways to find a job, and job interview procedures. Students will focus on employment vocabulary.
-demonstrate knowledge of customer service skills.
-understand the basic rights of individuals living in the U.S. Students will understand who is eligible to apply for citizenship and pathways to do so.
-increase digital literacy skills
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
7
Hours
70
Entrance Requirements
None
School
South Portland Adult Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education; CCRS
Training Location(s)
637 Highland Avenue, South Portland, Maine
Local WIB
4 - Coastal Counties Local Area 4
Name of Credential
Guest Service Gold®: Tourism certification; ServSafe® Food Handler certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Tuition assistance is available to eligible students.
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$54.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$27.50
In-State Tuition
$2,380.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,380.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$354.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,815.50
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,815.50
