
Vocational Education
& Training
VET by EHL
What is Vocational Education & Training - VET by EHL
The VET by EHL licensing model offers organizations and training centers around the world the opportunity to deliver plug and play hospitality programs and administer EHL-approved professional diplomas.
It has been designed as a scalable, affordable and attractive learning solution for students interested in working in the hospitality industry as well as adults who have opted for a career change.
Based on the Swiss Competency Framework - regarded as one of the best education models in the world - this blended skills training model is characterized by a strong learning outcomes approach and a competence-oriented structure of training content.

Program Structure
Each 6-month certificate level builds skills on top of the previous and counts towards obtaining the Professional Diploma (completion of the three certificate levels is possible from 12-18 months).
The Diploma can be achieved in a reduced timeframe if the student passes a Recognition of Experiential Learning Exam and has prior work experience.
Entry & exit is possible at any level of the certificate subject to admissions criteria.
VET-by-EHL programs can be structured based on 2 distinct models:
The Center Model
The Center Model was designed for students to be work-ready upon completion.
It offers a 50/50 split format with classroom-based learning combined with guided practical workshops and on-the-job application.
Foundation
6 months
3 months of courses
3 months of internship
For students and professionals as of 16 years with no previous experience in hospitality.
Graduate profile: Continue in Intermediate module or take up basic line staff positions.
Intermediate
6 months
3 months of courses
3 months of internship
For Working individuals with 1 or 2 years related work experience looking to advance in their career.
Graduate profile: Continue in advanced module or re-enter industry in more advance position.
Advanced
6 months
3 months of courses
3 months of internship
For Working individuals with 3+ year related work experience looking to advance in their career.
Graduate profile: Re-enter industry with supervisor position perspective in 1-2 years or continue towards Higher Diploma or Bachelor Studies.
The Apprenticeship Model
The Apprenticeship Model was designed for students to earn while they learn.
It offers a 80/20 split format in partnership with local hotel partners. Learners receive daily on-the-job training in addition to classroom-based theory 1 day per week.
Foundation
6 months
4 days/week
on-the job training
1 day/week
theoretical studies
For students and professionals as of 16 years with no previous experience in hospitality.
Graduate profile: Continue in Intermediate module or take up basic line staff positions.
Intermediate
6 months
4 days/week
on-the job training
1 day/week
theoretical studies
For Working individuals with 1 or 2 years related work experience looking to advance in their career.
Graduate profile: Continue in advanced module or re-enter industry in more advance position.
Advanced
6 months
4 days/week
on-the job training
1 day/week
theoretical studies
For Working individuals with 3+ year related work experience looking to advance in their career.
Graduate profile: Re-enter industry with supervisor position perspective in 1-2 years or continue towards Higher Diploma or Bachelor Studies.
Programs Overview
The VET by EHL course materials are developed by EHL’s faculty and benchmarked on the Swiss vocational competency framework. The licensed training center can choose to offer any of the below modules or streams independently & according to their specific needs.

Culinary Professional Diploma
60 credits US (20 credits US per term)
Successful graduates possess the competencies and knowledge to be fully operational in different kitchens, following the standards of first-class culinary operations. Diploma holders have a deep understanding of how a professional kitchen is run, the industry tools that are used and are well-equipped to enter the industry and reach a supervisory position in a short period of time.

F&B Service Professional Diploma
60 credits US (20 credits US per term)
Diploma holders are able to demonstrate the competencies required to be fully operational within different restaurant concepts following the standards of a first-class restaurant setting. Successful graduates have a deep understanding of how a F&B establishment is conducted, the tools needed to be successful and are well-equipped to enter the industry and reach a supervisory position within a short period of time.

Hotel Professional Diploma
60 credits US (20 credits US per term)
Diploma holders are able to demonstrate the competencies and knowledge required to be fully operational in different functions of the Rooms Division department, following the standards of a first-class hotel operation. Successful graduates have the capacity to successfully work independently in the front-office or housekeeping operations and are well-equipped to enter the industry and reach a supervisory position in a short period of time. Specialization options are possible at the Advanced level in: Hotel Administration, Hotel Communication and Hotel Rooms Division.

What is the VET by EHL approach to Learning?
“The most powerful type of learning is not being taught what to do, but learning how to find a solution on your own”.
The VET by EHL standards require that the finest professionals in the industry be employed at each licensed center, bringing training excellence and industry relevance to their classrooms. Each trainer must undergo the EHL-delivered Train the Trainer Program to become a VET by EHL Certified Facilitator: A facilitator does not operate according to the traditional concept of teaching, but rather guides and helps students to learn on their own.
VET by EHL
Worldwide Partners

CII (Confederation of Indian Industries) in collaboration with ITC Hotels, India
Chennai, India

OFPPT (Office de la Formation Professionnelle et de la Promotion du Travail)
Student Testimonials

Grabriel
VET by EHL Student, Sales Department

Parșenco Ecaterina
VET by EHL Hotel Administration Student

Sharon
VET by EHL Student, Conciergerie

Andrada Mardale
VET by EHL Culinary Arts Student

Nicemary
VET by EHL Front Office Student

José
VET by EHL Student

Paola
VET by EHL Student

Sareth
VET by EHL Student, Kitchen
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