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Tourism In High School

The Academy's mission is to introduce and promote Tourism careers to students pursuing their high school diploma. The Academy offers Tourism courses, projects and activities as part of the high school curriculum (grades 10, 11 & 12) in selected schools across Canada. Information about global travel and Tourism conditions and trends complements the existing high school curriculum in Academy schools. An Industry advisory group works with the school, students and parents to enhance experiential activities and promote work placements.

Listing of CATT Schools in Nova Scotia

Explore the opportunities in this diverse and quickly growing Industry. Get a nationally accredited "Tourism" certificate with your high school diploma. Give yourself a head start on post-secondary education and training. A great start to a career in Tourism!

Tourism 11 and Tourism 12 are academic elective courses that are designed for students who are interested in the Hospitality/Tourism Industry. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills in communication, problem solving, decision making, information processing, and organization, working both independently and as a team player and in technology. Completion of this course prepares students for entry-level jobs in Tourism and post secondary Tourism programs.

Included in curriculum:

introduction to Tourism
effective communication
awareness
career exploration
travel planning
global Tourism
Tourism professional

Objectives reflect employer expectations of the basic skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for an entry-level position in the Industry. This course is supported by Industry and the NSTHRC. Learning opportunities will include Super Host and job shadowing, work experience and field trips.

Nova Scotia High Schools offering Tourism 11 and Tourism 11&12