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CRAFT CERTIFICATE IN FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE

Course Content and Duration 
 
This certificate programme runs over two semesters.  
 
Entry Criteria 
 
Students who pass in all foundation level modules but DO NOT achieve an average of 65% in the core modules or 65% in the selected option may proceed to the Craft Certificate programme. 
 
Students who have successfully completed the ESTS programme in Food Preparation & Service or Restaurant/Bar operations with a pass in all subjects and a grade of 65% in the core modules (Theory and Practice) may proceed to the Craft Certificate programme. 
 
Modules covered: 
 
FBI 11 - FOOD SERVICE INTERMEDIATE THEORY 
 
FBI 12 - FOOD SERVICE INTERMEDIATE PRACTICAL 
 
FBI 13 - BEVERAGE SERVICE INTERMEDIATE  
 
FBI 14 - BEVERAGE SERVICE INTERMEDIATE PRACTICAL 
 
ITI 01 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 
 
SSI 07 - CATERING EVENTS 
 
SSI 06 - BASIC COSTINGS 
 
LLF/LLG/LLI - LANGAUGE OPTION 
 
HSI 01 - HEALTH & SAFETY 
 
SSI 03 - BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS 
 
SSI 08 - FOOD NUTRITION AND DIET 
 
SSI 11 - BASIC WINES 
 
Apart from the above modules the students have to attend a number of tutorial sessions in a year.  
 
Tutorials: 
 
Throughout the academic year the students will be asked to attend a number of set tutorials arranged with their assigned tutor.  
 
During these tutorials the student will receive: 
  • Career guidance
  • Feedback on academic performance
  • Support in case of poor performance
  • Guidance and support in social and personal development
  • Comments on absenteeism
 
To obtain the credit value students need to attend their compulsory tutorial sessions. Students are also welcome to attend further tutorial sessions should they feel it is necessary.