Vocational Education
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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.

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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.

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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

OHMA by Winsedswiss

Oradea, Romania
Belgrade, Serbia

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MC Metropolitan College

Athens, Thessaloniki

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BISHT - Bhutan International School of Hospitality and Tourism

Timphu, Bhutan

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Swiss Hotel Management Academy

Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Bunyan Academy- KING Abdullah Economic city

Madinah, Saudi Arabia

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QOOT Academy

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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Luxury Hotel School Paris

Paris, France

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

Dehli - Mumbai - Kolkata -
Chennai, India

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Muscat Hospitality Academy

Muscat, Sultanate of Oman

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

Casablanca - Rabat, Morocco

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Sino-Swiss Hotel Vocational Education & Training School

Baoding, Hebei, China

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AKMH

Athens, Greece

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Singapore Institute of Hospitality

Singapore, Singapore

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Student Testimonials

Grabriel

VET by EHL Student, Sales Department

« It has been a real pleasure to discover the back office of the hotel industry in these past weeks of practical immersion. I was in the sales department and I learned a lot, my instructor always motivated me. I really enjoyed the time I spent in sales. »

Parșenco Ecaterina

VET by EHL Hotel Administration Student

« For me OHMA is not just a school, it is a lifestyle. Once you get to understand the hospitality industry, you also change your vision, your behavior, and habits. Without realizing it, I apply in my daily life everything that I have learned in courses. With an authentic teaching approach, the trainers manage to educate, support and guide me to gain as much experience as possible. OHMA is a challenge that I'm going to enjoy, and I can’t wait to see what comes next. »

Sharon

VET by EHL Student, Conciergerie

« Working at the reception has been an amazing experience full of excitement and challenges. This position helped me to build my confidence and develop new skills. I gained a new sense of professionalism and clearer view of what it meant to be in the professional world. »

Andrada Mardale

VET by EHL Culinary Arts Student

« OHMA is the school that I was looking for! It provided me a proper culinary education and all the tools to grow and develop myself professionally while having fun. I learned so much in such a short time because of the amazing learning methodology and fun training sessions and also thanks to our mentors, who are passionate about what they are doing, and eager to pass on their knowledge to us. For the first time in my life, I'm actually excited to go to school. I feel proud to be part of the OHMA family. Thank you! »

Nicemary

VET by EHL Front Office Student

« Reception was amazing, each day I experienced and learned something new! For me, it's a dream that came true as I learn at the Villars Palace Academy, it will lead me to fulfill my dreams. »

José

VET by EHL Student

« My first weeks were busy with the opening of the Villars Palace and the experience at the bar was very good and exciting. The members of the team are incredible in every way... when I needed help, they gave it to me, they were always there to teach, I learned a lot. »

Paola

VET by EHL Student

« This is incredible how dreams can come true. Since the first day, everything has been amazing. I'em very excited about this new experience. I already learned a lot of things; I can't imagine all the things I'll know when I graduate. »

Sareth

VET by EHL Student, Kitchen

« For three weeks I was working in the kitchen, and it felt amazing because I learned about the kitchen's equipment and how to also hold a knife. To be honest, I really like this part of cooking because it helps me to focus on this work, and it also made me calm. »

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Vocational Education& Training

VET by EHL

Program Structure

The Center Model

Foundation6 months

Intermediate6 months

Advanced6 months

The Apprenticeship Model

Foundation6 months

Intermediate6 months

Advanced6 months

Programs Overview

Culinary Professional Diploma

F&B Service Professional Diploma

Hotel Professional Diploma

VET by EHLWorldwide Partners

OHMA by Winsedswiss

MC Metropolitan College

BISHT - Bhutan International School of Hospitality and Tourism

Swiss Hotel Management Academy

Bunyan Academy- KING Abdullah Economic city

QOOT Academy

Luxury Hotel School Paris

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

Muscat Hospitality Academy

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

Sino-Swiss Hotel Vocational Education & Training School

AKMH

Singapore Institute of Hospitality

Student Testimonials

EHL Insights

Our Course

Catalogue

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Vocational Education
& Training

Foundation
6 months

Intermediate
6 months

Advanced
6 months

Foundation
6 months

Intermediate
6 months

Advanced
6 months

VET by EHL
Worldwide Partners