Resources training, education, and development ServSafe Earn your ServSafe Advanced Food Safety Knowledge Certification Universities and Colleges with Hospitality and Tourism Degrees Looking to pursue a career in Hospitality or Tourism? Get ahead of the competition with a degree from one of these Tennessee institutions. Scholarship Opportunities See what scholarships are available through the Tennessee Hospitality and Tourism Association Foundation Tennessee ProStart The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s ProStart program unites the foodservice industry and classroom, offering high school students a platform to discover new interests and talents while opening doors to fulfilling careers. Learn more about Tennessee’s ProStart Program. American Hotel & Lodging Association The American Hotel & Lodging Association represents all segments of the hotel industry and aims to make it a powerhouse in the American economy. Check out the AHLA’s ever-growing resource library, which serves as an invaluable tool containing research, reports, and more on many topics. TCAT Retail Hospitality Tourism Program The Retail Hospitality Tourism Program at Tennessee College of Applied Technology offers students the chance to develop the technical and customer service skills necessary to succeed in the retail hospitality industry. Students are also able to receive necessary industry certifications, giving them a leg up against the competition. Learn more here. National Restaurant Association Education Foundation Resources With programs and scholarships available for youth, military servicemen and women, and students pursuing hospitality and foodservice degrees, The National Restaurant Association Education Foundation aims to continue the rise of the industry. See what they offer on their website. Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance The Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance helps members fulfill their commitment to Diversity, Equity + Inclusion through various programs that build cultural intelligence. See what services, workshops, webinars, and more are available here. Apprenticeship TN Wanting real world experience and guidance from professionals? Join the Tennessee Hospitality & Tourism Association's Apprenticeship Program for your customized training. For Educators: Apprenticeship USA Middle school, high school, or post-secondary educators can tap into the Department of Education’s resources to help students of all ages develop industry-specific skills while earning certified credentials to prepare apprentices for a lifelong career. Learn more here. TN Department of Education: Tourism & Hospitality The TN Department of Education: Hospitality and Tourism career cluster provides educators with everything needed to assist students in achieving postsecondary credentials in Culinary Arts or Hospitality and Tourism Management. Learn more here on the TN Department of Education website. Let’s get to work
