| Grade Range: |
| | 9–12 |
| Prerequisites: |
| | None |
| Course duration: |
| | Two semesters |
| Subject area in which graduation credit will be given: |
| | Practical Arts |
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| Course Description: |
| | Hospitality Introduction 1,2 offers an overview of career opportunities in the hospitality and tourism industries, including event planning and management, lodging operations, tourism, destination and resort marketing, and food and beverage management. The course helps students build a strong foundation in business management. Students participate in job shadows, field trips, and other activities in one of the fastest growing industries in California. |
| State Course Code(s): |
| | 8000 - Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation |
| Basic Texts and Teaching Guides: |
| | Redman, Lodging Management Program, Educational Institute of the American Hotel and Motel Association, 2000. |