Entry Requirement

Entry requirements and external qualifications:

OTHM Qualification Entry Requirements

OTHM - Introductory Certificate:

Individuals who wish to commence or have commenced work in the tourism and
hospitality industry + English language competency of IELTS 6.0
NB If concurrent English language tuition is offered it is recommended that
students have IELTS 5.0 at the beginning of the course and IELTS 6.0 by the
completion of the course.

OTHM – Professional Certificate:

Holders of OTHM Introductory Certificate or
5 GCSE\'s or 5 O\'Levels or equivalent or
Equivalent academic qualifications or
Mature students with at least 5 year\'s relevant experience
+ English Language Competency (IELTS 6.0)

OTHM – Professional Diploma:

Holders of OTHM Certificate or
Equivalent academic qualifications or
Mature students with a minimum of 8 year\'s relevant experience including 3
year\'s management experience
+ English Language Competency (IELTS 6.0)
* Holders of OTHM Diploma can apply for Associate Member status

OTHM Higher Diploma:

Holders of OTHM Diploma or equivalent or
1st Degree or HND/HNC or equivalent
+ English Language Competency (IELTS 6.0)
* Holders of OTHM Higher Diploma can apply for Member status
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)
No exemptions are given for modules within any of the OTHM courses.

Other Qualifications:

Overseas qualifications are welcome provided that they are considered equivalent
to our GCSE, AS or A level requirements