To successfully complete the CHE® certification, candidates must participate in a virtual or in-person workshop.

Not only do post-secondary hospitality educators need to be knowledgeable about the industry, they should also employ highly effective instructional and teaching techniques. The internationally recognized Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE®) certification recognizes the teaching ability of hospitality educators at the college level.

In this program, you will:

• Learn techniques to strengthen students’ critical thinking and motivation to learn.

• Share ideas with your peers.

• Receive recognition for your teaching abilities.

This intensive workshop covers the following topics:

• Discussing student, teacher and course evaluations

• Designing a course syllabus

• Writing complete instructional objectives

• Employing appropriate methods for ending a class

• Selecting appropriate interactive teaching methods

• Identifying and employing effective classroom communication methods

• Distinguishing appropriate learning levels for instructional objective

• Identifying general learning outcomes

• Establishing a positive classroom culture

• Demonstrating effective personal presentation style in the classroom

• Applying appropriate content presentation methods

• Demonstrating the appropriate use of support media

Every level of hospitality educator can benefit from the prestigious CHE® certification. Not only can new instructors build their confidence, but even seasoned professors and industry professionals serving as adjunct instructors or lecturers can learn innovative ways to enhance their teaching methods.

To earn the CHE®, you must pass the written exam, complete self-study materials and assignments and participate in workshop discussions.

Topics included on the exam:

• Understanding Adult Learning Theory

• Establishing a Positive Classroom Culture and Communication

• Effective Endings

• Content Presentation Methods

• Classroom Evaluation