Title: Syllabus
Course: Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation I (16999-I)

Copyright: 2024

Virginia Assignment Code: 8202

Suggested Grade Level: 10, 11

Duration: 36 weeks

Hours: 140

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

CTSO: FCCLA

Course Description:

In Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation I, students prepare for careers in this global industry by exploring marketing and sales strategies, lodging, the food and beverage industry, and conference and event planning. Students also investigate related ethical and legal considerations and the necessary skills for a successful career in hospitality. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.
Recommended prerequisite(s): Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation 8259/8258

Note:

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (January 2026) provide the most recent federal nutrition recommendations for this course.

Credentials, Course Sequences, and Career Clusters/Pathways can be found here:

https://www.cteresource.org/career-clusters/hospitality-tourism/17536/