The OTHM Introductory Certificate is suitable for Student Members who are at the beginning of their careers. Candidates do not necessarily have to have experience of working in the industry at the outset of the course but, if they do not have this experience, students are expected to be working in the industry on a part-time basis during the course. The Introductory Certificate course allows candidates to acquire useful basic knowledge as a preparation for a career in the industry. You must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

Marks allocated
60% Project, 30% On-line examination, 10% Attendance

Project
The project will cover a practical working situation in travel, tourism or hospitality. Students are expected to undertake some research and to draw on their current work experience.
Your training centre will assist you in choosing and defining your topic so that it covers areas of the OTHM Introductory Certificate syllabus.

On-Line Exam
30 questions multiple choice to be completed in 1 hour at an OTHM Approved On-Line Examination Centre

Pass Mark
Candidates should attain at least 50% in both the Project and On-Line Examination to gain the Introductory Certificate

Progression
On passing the OTHM Introductory Certificate Members will be eligible to be considered for OTHM Certificate course.

Course Duration
4 Months

The OTHM Certificate is suitable for students who have already gained an OTHM Introductory Certificate or who have qualifications at the level of GCE/GCSE or equivalent. It is also suitable for mature students with at least 5 years relevant experience.

Work Experience
Although it is desirable that Certificate students have some experience in the industry, no minimum is required.

Modules
The OTHM Certificate consists of 4 modules:

1. Introduction to Travel, Tourism and Hospitality
2. Introduction to the Business Environment
3. Introduction to Business Communication and Customer Care
4. Introduction to Business and Finance

Each module requires 45 hours of classroom teaching.

Assessment
Each module is assessed by a three hour written examination

Course Duration
8 Months