VTCT Skills
Entry Level
QN: 600/5084/6
Curriculum Active
VTCT Skills Entry Level Diploma in Vocational Studies - Hospitality and Catering (Entry 3)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by VTCT Skills. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 924 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
VTCT Skills
Syllabus Units
48 Units
Guided Hours
924 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Basic Cooking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to cook basic food items and dishes
2
Basic food preparation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare food for cold presentation or cooking
3
Basic Food Preparation and Cooking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the principal methods of cooking
- Be able to prepare, cook and present simple dishes
4
Community action
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate their knowledge of local community groups
- Demonstrate their participation in community activities
5
Customer Service in the Hospitality Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the importance of good customer service
- Be able to communicate with customers
- Know the importance of good personal presentation
6
Dealing with Problems in daily life
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate an awareness of how to recognise straightforward problems, Tackle straightforward problems
7
Environmental Awareness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate an awareness of how the actions of humans affect the environment
- Demonstrate an awareness of environmental issues which affects their life
- Be able to demonstrate a way in which they can help the environment
8
Food safety in catering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how individuals can take personal responsibility for food safety
- Understand the importance of keeping him/herself clean and hygienic
- Understand the importance of keeping the work areas clean and hygienic
- Understand the importance of keeping food safe
9
Food Service
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know different types of food service
- Be able to serve food
- Be able to work in a food service area
10
Front Office Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the purpose of the front office
- Know the structure of the front office
- Be able to work in the front office
11
Guest Services in the hospitality industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work as part of the guest services team
- Be able to communicate with customers
12
Healthy Living
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle
- Demonstrate how they contribute to own healthy lifestyle
- Review the activities undertaken to maintain a healthy lifestyle
13
Housekeeping and Guest Services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the purpose of guest services
- Know the structure of guest services
- Be able to maintain and service accommodation facilities
14
Individual rights and responsibilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that they have individual rights and responsibilities
15
Introduction to Food Commodities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the main food commodities
- Know where the main food commodities can be obtained
- Know how the main food commodities should be stored
16
Introduction to Healthy Eating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the effects of food on the body
- Know the different food groups and their contribution to a healthy, balanced diet
17
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the main outlets in the hospitality industry
- Know the job opportunities within the hospitality industry
18
Making the most of leisure time
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to make use of their leisure time
- Be able to participate in a range of activities
- Carry out a review of the activities they have tried
19
Managing Own Money
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to plan a personal budget
- Know how to carry out transactions
20
Managing Social Relationships
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise how to interact with others in everyday and familiar situations
21
Parenting awareness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate an awareness of the demands of having a baby
- Demonstrate an awareness of the sources of help and support available for parents
- Demonstrate an awareness of a parent’s responsibility for keeping a baby safe and healthy
22
Preparing and Serving Drinks
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare and serve different drinks
- Be able to work in a drinks service area
23
Serving Food and Drink
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to serve food and drink to customers
- Be able to work as part of a food and drink service team
24
Using kitchen equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about different types of kitchen equipment
- Be able to select and use kitchen equipment
25
Working as part of a group
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate an awareness of how to work with others in appropriate ways
- Be able to demonstrate working as part of a group
26
Working towards Goals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify goals
- Be able to plan how to meet their agreed goal
- Follow a plan to achieve an agreed goal
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/5084/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- VTCT Skills
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Apr 2012