Hospitality courses

Seneca College

Hospitality Foundations (hfc) in Seneca College

  • Duration : 1 Years
  • Intake : September, January, May
  • Level : Certificate
  • Tuition & fees : $ 15,500 CAD Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.0
  • TOEFL : 0
  • PTE : 58


About Hospitality Foundations (hfc) in Seneca College

About the Program

This eight-month certificate program will prepare you to enter a wide range of employment opportunities within the thriving hospitality industry. You will develop skills and knowledge in the core areas of hospitality industry, such as food preparation, service leadership, food safety and sanitation, food theory and practice, guest services and customer relations, and dining room service. Throughout the program, you will also earn industry-recognized certifications that are built into coursework to enhance your resumé, ensuring you graduate job-ready.

Uniform

As an aspiring industry professional, you will study and work in a Seneca branded uniform helping you feel job-ready from the start. You must purchase the uniform at an additional cost.  

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • Theoretical principles and culinary skills in food production
  • Health and safety regulations compliance 
  • Food handling procedures 
  • Dining room and banquet services 
  • Customer relations
  • Mathematical principles

Your Career

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of employers waiting for you:

  • Hotel guest services

  • Food and beverage services

  • Restaurants, bars, hotels, resorts, cruise ships 

  • Retirement homes

  • Catering companies

Academic qualification equivalents

When applying to a Seneca degree program you must submit:

  • High school transcripts for grades 10, 11 and 12 showing all program specific pre-requisite courses.

  • Transcripts must include six (6) senior level courses equivalent to Ontario university preparatory credits with an overall average of 65%.
  • High school/secondary school diploma (certificate of completion).
  • You may submit transcripts or certificates for any completed university/postsecondary college courses or programs taken inside or outside of Canada.
  • Academic records that are in a language other than English must include an official/certified English translation.
  • Seneca reserves the right to verify submitted transcripts at any time. For courses and credentials earned inside of Canada, Seneca reserves the right to request original transcripts be sent directly to Seneca from the issuing institution. Applicants will be notified if this is needed.

When applying to a Seneca graduate certificate program you must submit:

  • Complete university and college transcripts for all years of study.
  • University or college credential (degree, diploma or certificate).
  • A credential assessment from a recognized agency such as WES (World Education Services) may be required for some programs. Applicants will be informed by email if this is needed.
  • Academic records that are in a language other than English must include an official/certified English translation.
  • Seneca reserves the right to verify submitted transcripts at any time. For courses and credentials earned inside of Canada, Seneca reserves the right to request original transcripts be sent directly to Seneca from the issuing institution. Applicants will be informed by email if this is needed.

When applying to a Seneca certificate program and two- or three-year diploma program you must submit:

  • High school transcripts for grades 10, 11 and 12 showing all program specific pre-requisite courses.
  • High school/secondary school diploma (certificate of completion).
  • You may submit transcripts or certificates for any completed university/postsecondary college courses or programs taken inside or outside of Canada.
  • Academic records that are in a language other than English must include an official/certified English translation.
  • Seneca reserves the right to verify submitted transcripts at any time. For courses and credentials earned inside of Canada, Seneca reserves the right to request original transcripts be sent directly to Seneca from the issuing institution. Applicants will be notified if this is needed.

English language requirements (one of the below):

Degree Programs and Graduate Certificate Programs

  • IELTS: Minimum 6.5 with no skill below 6.0
  • PTE: Minimum score 60

Certificate Programs, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Programs

  • IELTS: Minimum 6.0 with no skill below  5.5
  • PTE: Minimum score 58

Seneca College Highlights

Institution Type Public
Number of Campuses 10
Total Number of Students  Full-time students: 30,000
Part-time students: 70,000
Total Number of International Students  5,500
Financial Aid for International Students Available
English Proficiency Tests Considered IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE
Average Cost of Attendance  8629 USD
DLI Number  019395536013
Students: Faculty Ratio 195:1

Seneca College The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The cost of living in Canada varies depending on the demands and requirements of the students attending Seneca College. To estimate the cost of things like food, accommodation, transportation, and other expenses, students can look at the table below.

Expenses Amount
House Rent 684 USD
Food 756 USD per semester
Clothing 684 USD to 836 USD
Transportation 745 USD
Books and other supplies 760 USD to 1520 USD
Miscellaneous 760 USD to 1520 USD

Know more about Studying in Canada

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Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada CA$8890 Per Year
Entrance Exams in Canada TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in Canada Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Canada Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Canada CAD 150
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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

$ 15,500

Total

$ 15,500