In hospitality, your team members are often the first thing customers notice. This course is here to help you refresh the key skills that keep service running smoothly.
Understanding Excellence in Customer Service for Hospitality
Skills covered in this course
Course Overview
In a hospitality job, you really do win or lose trust with that first impression. In this course, you’ll learn how to talk to customers clearly and confidently, how to work well with your teammates, and why food hygiene matters every single day.
You’ll also cover the rules and official guidance you need to follow in this industry, plus the professional standards you’re expected to keep up with at work.
Is This Course Free?
This course is funded through the government’s Adult Education Budget, so you might be able to study at no cost. To see if you qualify, check the funding eligibility details below. If funding isn’t available to you, you can still purchase the course by using the 'Buy Now' button above.
Fully Accredited Course
The course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, an established educational charity with more than 170 years of experience. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and is regulated by Ofqual.
Progression Opportunities
After completing this course, it can support roles like: Health Service Manager (£31,365 to £104,927) Counter Service Assistant (£12,000 to £19,000) Hotel Receptionist (£14,000 to £22,000)
How Long is the Course?
You’ll study for seven weeks. We call our online courses 'flexible learning' because you can work through the content around your job and your home life. Once you enrol, you’ll see all important deadlines in your online learning area, so you’ll know what’s coming and when.
The course is split into four units:
- Principles of customer service in the hospitality sector
- Understanding effective teamwork in the hospitality sector
- Understanding legislation and guidance for the hospitality sector
- Understanding professional personal standards in the hospitality sector
What will I learn?
The course is split into four units:
- Principles of customer service in the hospitality sector
- Understanding effective teamwork in the hospitality sector
- Understanding legislation and guidance for the hospitality sector
- Understanding professional personal standards in the hospitality sector
Eligibility Criteria
This course is funded by the government. To study for free, you need to meet the criteria below:
- You must currently live in England
- You must be aged 19 or over
- You must not be currently on an apprenticeship
Additional requirements may apply depending on where you live. If you enrol but then don’t complete the course or you withdraw, there’s a £125 cancellation fee. This helps cover administration costs.
Not eligible?
Then you can still purchase the course and begin right away. Flexible payment options are available.

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Masterclasses
From time to time, you may be asked to join mandatory online masterclasses connected to your programme.
Enrolment Paperwork
You might receive enrolment forms by email from the college or training provider. You’ll need to complete and send them back so your enrolment can be confirmed.
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We’re not into making things harder than they need to be. That’s why our courses are built to fit around your work and your family life.
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What will I learn?
This course has four units
Certification Process
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