This qualification represents the attainment of core competencies associated with work roles in the hospitality sector and exploration of work roles and career opportunities in the two principal sub categories within the sector --careers associated with Accommodation Services such as Housekeeping and Front office operations and careers associated with food and beverage services such as Cookery and Beverage Service. 

People seeking this qualification must complete the specialist Strands. Providers wishing to design programmes of learning related to this qualification could develop courses relating to either or both strands.