Faculty of Service Management
National Certificate: N4 Hospitality and Catering Services
It is important to share that historic NATED qualifications are being phased out and the last dates of examinations for N4 Hospitality and Catering Services have been published. If you are wanting to go on this learning journey, please enquire with our student advisors to ensure that you can be enrolled in time. If you would like to consider an alternative, you may choose from:
- Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Catering Management
- Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Hospitality Services
PLEASE NOTE: No new enrolments can be accepted for this course due to it being phased out by DHET.
When you study this course, you’ll gain fundamental knowledge and skills you need to succeed in the hospitality and catering services industry. In addition to learning about essential elements such as catering, nutrition and safety, you’ll develop valuable management and communication skills.
Studying this course may be a good option if:
- You want to develop the skills you need to work effectively and efficiently in the hospitality industry
- You already work in the hospitality industry and want to earn a national qualification to support your practical experience
Course code:
EN4017-01
Accreditation status:
- Fully accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
- SAQA ID: 66891
- NQF Level 5
- 60 Credits
Duration:
12 months
Entry requirements:
Matric or Introductory N4
Topics covered:
- Catering Theory N4
- Sanitation and Safety N4
- Nutrition and Menu Planning N4
- Applied Management for Hospitality Services N4
Assessments:
Students are required to complete the following:
- 1 assignment per topic (subject)
- 2 internal summative assessments per topic (subject)
- 1 external exam per topic (subject)
Type of certificate awarded:
Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement: N4 Hospitality and Catering Services from the DHET.
