Hospitality & Lodging / Skills, Tasks and Results Training (START)
This two-year program trains students for entry-level careers within the hospitality and lodging industry through real-world knowledge, skills, and job training. Students can also earn professional certification from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute’s START program.
Characteristics of a successful student
- A strong interest in some or all course material
- Open-minded, eager to learn about new things
- Excellent attendance
- Interest and some ability in technical area
- Parental support of the Career Studies program
Courses strongly recommended to take prior to enrollment at home school district
- Introduction to Food Services
Curriculum and materials used
- START Your Hospitality Career START’s here: American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
- START Workbook: American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
- Skills Competency Checklist: American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
- New York State Work Based Learning Program
Related career opportunities
- Front Desk Representative
- Bell Attendant
- Guestroom Attendant
- Maintenance Employee
- Laundry Attendant
- Public Space Cleaner
- Banquet Setup Employee
- Banquet Server
- Bus Person
Licensing
- Line-Level Hospitality Skills Certification from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute.
Consultant Committee
- Hilton Garden Inn (Albany Medical Center) – Albany
- The Century House – Latham
- Residence Inn – Latham
- Clarion – Albany
- NYSHTA – Albany
- Spring Hill Suites – Albany
- Franklin Square Inn – Troy
- BBL Hospitality
- Chef Solutions
- Homewood Suites – Albany
