Hospitality and Tourism Management, Housing Shelter Facility Operations

Highline College ETPL
This is a certificate in institutional housekeeping, engineering, maintenance, security, and janitorial services in housing and homeless services, as well as commercial settings such as hotels, resorts, retail centers, residential apartment buildings, and other operations. Individuals completing this coursework will understand foundational concepts related to human services, preventive maintenance and security operations, the provision of safe and positive living environments, terminology, and operational best practices. Learners completing this certificate will be prepared for employment in supportive housing properties and residences, shelters, and a variety of commercial lodging establishments. Learners completing this selection of coursework will be empathetic critical thinkers, comprehend the importance of low barrier and harm reduction housing programs as well as the lodging industry's current role in providing such housing, and be prepared to welcome guests who have experienced differing levels of trauma. Learners will excel in the performance of culturally responsive customer service responsibilities, hospitality using trauma informed care practices, hard skills related to maintenance / engineering or institutional housekeeping, and best practices to collaboratively provide safe, dignified services to meet the unique needs of each guest.

Financial information

Total tuition

$2,424.21

Total required fees

$200.00

Books and supplies

$200.00

Locations

Des Moines

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

6 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

19

Credits

209

Clock Hours (Total)

Additional details

Award name

Certificate

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

N/A

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Hotel/Motel Administration/Management

Completion rate

40%

Employment rate

74%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$24.63

Typical (median) annual earnings

$51,134.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Hotel/Motel Administration/Management

Accommodation and Food Services

41%

Other Industries

35%

Transportation and Warehousing

24%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
23
Completion rate
40%
Average number of students who completed each year
12
Gender
Male
31%
Female
69%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
2%
Asian
30%
Black or African American
17%
Hispanic
19%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
26%
Multi-racial
2%
Other
4%
Age
Under 20
2%
20 to 29
38%
30 to 39
28%
40 to 49
12%
50 and over
21%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
6%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
56%
Some college experience, but no degree
24%
Certificate or AA
8%
BA or higher
6%