Prerequisites are as follows:
How to Obtain Certification
- Purchase your application, study guide, and exam package
- Complete and submit your application and supporting documents
- Upon approval, access resource materials
- Connect with a proctor to complete your exam
Fulfilling the 100 hrs. minimum of practicum to achieve the HTS. Experience hours requirements:
All working hours submitted are subject to approval by AHLEI, the applicant’s employer, and/or an approved instructor/proctor:
• 100 hours working in any role in a segment of hospitality/tourism: lodging, food & beverage operations, tourism, travel and transportation, event management, or attractions
• Hours must have been earned within 5 years of taking the exam.
Acceptable alternative/supplemental work experience
• Up to 20 hours may be fulfilled by experience in a customer service role outside of hospitality
• Up to 50 hours may be fulfilled by completion of simulation training using an approved hospitality simulation program
• Hours may include unpaid internships or “shadow” experiences, so long as they have been verified by a professional working in the hospitality industry
• Hours may include volunteer work in the field of hospitality