Hospitality and Tourism

Hospitality & Tourism encompasses the management, marketing and operations of restaurants and other foodservices, lodging, attractions, recreation events and travel related services.

Step #2: Examine the Brochure on this area.
This will help you learn more about all of the options within this career cluster. If you find that the career descriptions and information match your interests and goals continue to the next step. If not, go back and research more about another career cluster before you move on.

Step #3: Look at the Plan of Study.
A Plan of study will show you what classes you need to take in high school and then types of courses needed at the post-secondary level. Why is this important? You want to be prepared for this career and that begins in high school with taking the right courses. When you plan, you can achieve your goals more efficiently.

Step #4: Find Career Titles in this Cluster.
Use the Career Cluster Model to learn about the pathway options and job titles available in each area.

Step #5: Check out the education, salary and growth rates of this career cluster.
Scroll through the documents to find your career cluster page. Here the career titles are listed with the education needed for each. You will also learn about the annual and hourly salaries and the employment opportunities.

Step #6: Learn as much as you can about your chosen Cluster Area.
You can do this by a job shadow and by talking to people who have these jobs. Then begin to check out programs for the additional training you need for these careers. Talk with your teachers and guidance counselors.

Additional Resources:
Are you interested in getting paid to help people have fun? Do warm sunny beaches, majestic mountain views, or visiting far away places on a cruise ship catch your interest? How about being around delicious food in exotic restaurant locations, leading a small group on an island discovery tour, or helping set up an interactive dolphin show at a world class aquarium? Click here to learn more about careers in this cluster.

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