Professional Beverage Service Certificate Program
Program Objective
The objective of the Professional Beverage Service program is to provide a market-driven, competency-based education delivered by faculty with appropriate credentials and industry experience. This
program prepares graduates for employment as a skilled bar back,
bartender, or mixologist with opportunities for advancement in the food service industry.
program prepares graduates for employment as a skilled bar back,
bartender, or mixologist with opportunities for advancement in the food service industry.
Program Description
The three-month Professional Beverage Service Certificate Program
prepares graduates for a variety of careers in the food service industry. This preparation is accomplished through practical experiences in a simulated bar and lounge environment.
prepares graduates for a variety of careers in the food service industry. This preparation is accomplished through practical experiences in a simulated bar and lounge environment.
The program presents a broad introduction to the many aspects of
the food service industry using a learner-centered approach to food
service education. Professional bar back, bartender, or mixologist skills are complemented by courses transferring essential knowledge such as Wines, Spirits, and Malted Beverages, Responsible Alcohol Service and Transactions, Reconciliations, and Point-Of-Sale Systems to ensure graduates are able to become value-added members of their employer’s team.
the food service industry using a learner-centered approach to food
service education. Professional bar back, bartender, or mixologist skills are complemented by courses transferring essential knowledge such as Wines, Spirits, and Malted Beverages, Responsible Alcohol Service and Transactions, Reconciliations, and Point-Of-Sale Systems to ensure graduates are able to become value-added members of their employer’s team.
The subject areas and course modules are designed in logical sequential order so that students can achieve successful completion of the program. Each module builds upon skills learned in previous courses.