Academic, Career & Certificate Programs Choose at least six (6) units from the following: Taking Off in Travel Cruise Industry Enhancing Guest Services E-Marketing & Sales Managing Business Risks Hotel Operations Incentive Travel Hospitality, Travel & Tourism Human Resource Management SPA MANAGEMENT SPA MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT Coursework in the program provides comprehensive business education and industry input to create a well-rounded educational experience for career suc- cess in the Spa market. You will acquire business and management strategies, desirable skills for successful day-to-day operations, combined with long-range strategies necessary for growth and profitability. Program Outcome 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2 1.5 Subtotal: 9.5 This course to be completed after successful completion of above Spa Management curric- ulum: Event Staffing & Coordination HTT A105 3 12.5 A150 A154 A180 A267 A268 .5-1.5 5 3 At least 50% of all coursework must be completed at Orange Coast College. To earn an Associate in Science Degree, complete the certificate identified below and the General Education Requirement outlined in the Orange Coast College catalog. Course Units HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT A199 A180 A100 With additional coursework, students can prepare for a Bachelor’s Degree in this field. For more departmental information, call 714-432-5835 x6 or visit the School of Hospitality website at www.orangecoastcollege.edu. The outcome of this certificate of achievement is to prepare students for entry level employment as a supervisor, manager, director or owner in the spa industry. Choose at least five (5) units from the following: Taking Off in Travel Cruise Industry Enhancing Guest Services Managing Business Risks Incentive Travel HTT SPAN CMST 27.5 Orange Coast College’s Travel and Tourism program prepares individuals for one of the world’s fastest growing and most gratifying industries. Students will be exposed to career possibilities in most segments of the travel industry: Tour Operators, Hotels, Cruising, Airline’s, Destination Management Organizer, Event Planning, Theme Parks, Car Rentals, Airport Operations, Travel Agencies, Visitor & Convention Bureaus, Corporate Travel Consultant and other related compa- nies. Job advancement in the field often comes quickly and the business lends itself to entrepreneurs, home-based workers, and career changes. To earn a certificate, complete the required courses with a minimum grade of “C.” At least 50% of all coursework must be completed at Orange Coast College. 1.5 1.5 3 3 1.5 3 1 3 3 TRAVEL AND TOURISM With increasing integration of spas in the hotel, resort, medical, healthcare, and tourism industries, spa management professionals are in demand. Our graduates will have the knowledge and skills needed to become leaders in the spa industry. A160 A165 A170 A175 A281 A282 Total: Suggested electives: Current Issues Elementary Spanish 1 Interpersonal Communication Orange Coast College is one of the first community college’s to offer Spa Management certification. The greater Orange County area is thriving with spas and our program is in a unique position to provide students access to numerous world-class resorts and spas – right in our own back yard. HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT A150 A154 A180 A240 A267 A285 A268 A286 A288 23.5 This course is to be completed after successful completion of Spa Management curriculum: Spa Internship HTT A279 4 The popularity of spas in the U.S. has increased dramatically over the past few years and shows no signs of slowing. According to a recent international Spa Association study, the spa industry generated over $9.7 billion in revenue in 2005. Each year, more spas are being opened across the country creating new jobs for spa professionals. Intro to Spa & Hospitality Operations Spa Industry Services & Treatments Spa Industry Finance Spa Marketing & Retailing Leadership Development Supervisory Skill Development HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT 1.5 1.5 3 1.5 1 17.5 CORE CURRICULUM Course Units Destination the Americas Cultural Awareness & Etiquette Computing Hospitality/Travel/Tourism Homeland Security Taking Off in Travel Enhancing Guest Service E-Marketing & Sales Destination Management Supervisory Skill Development Hospitality, Travel, & Tourism Law And one of the following: Computer Reservation Systems - APOLLO Computer Reservation Systems - SABRE HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT HTT A125 A132 A134 A135 A150 A180 A240 A269 A282 A286 3 1.5 1.5 2 1.5 3 3 1 1.5 3 HTT HTT A129 A131 2.5 2.5 Subtotal: 23.5 This course to be completed after successful completion of above Travel & Tourism core: Event Staffing & Coordination HTT A105 3 Total Units 26.5 125