Hospitality Beverage Science, A.S. Certificate

Program Information

A.S. Certificate - Code 082500 - Catalog 2023/2024

Costa Magoulas, Dean, 386-506-3578, Costa.Magoulas@daytonastate.edu

Lisa Allen, Administrative Specialist, 386-506-3946, Lisa.Allen@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The mission of the Hospitality Beverage Science Certificate program is to give students the required knowledge, experience and skills for employment in the beverage segment of the hospitality and culinary industry. The program is committed to providing and fostering a student centered learning environment that combines theory and practical hands on teaching methods in a state of the art professional setting.

Description:

The Hospitality Beverage Science program is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the craft brewing, hospitality or culinary industry.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Handle and process brewing ingredients for making beer.

  2. Manage yeast propagation and cultivation in a craft brewery setting.

  3. Discuss wine production, identification, production methods, and proper service technique.

  4. Pair wines and beer with appropriate food choices.

  5. Understand standard cleaning, sanitizing, and safety procedures in a commercial brewery or bar.

  6. Demonstrate skills in sanitation and safety procedures for a commercial brewery or bar.

  7. Demonstrate beverage servings in a commercial setting while conforming to safe practices and applicable laws.

  8. Identify and explain the various components of beverage management in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. 

  9. Demonstrate the ability to design a beverage menu.

  10. Identify and develop a marketing plan for beverage products for a hospitality establishment.

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at .daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Approximate Additional Costs

Program Tuition and Fees*:  $3,071  
 Access Fee: $34.80 ($1.16 per credit)
 Assessment Fee: $34
 Lab Fees: $110 
 Uniforms: $100

*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.

Careers

The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on the career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org. For additional career information, please see: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9051.00.

Program Length: The typical length of this program is three (3) semesters (36 weeks) for a full-time student. The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) lists the placement rate (2016-17) for this field at 92%.

Job titles for this certificate are Foodservice Manager, Brewery Assistant, Brewery Worker, Beverage Server in a brewery tap room, brewpub, restaurant, or hotel. 

Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

Program Specific Courses

FSS1270Introduction to Craft Beer and Wine

3

FSS1287Introduction to Craft Beer Production

3

HFT1021Beer, Wine and Beverage Service

3

HFT1213Beverage Sanitation and Safety

3

HFT1860Beverage Operations Management

3

HFT2009Hospitality Professionalism

3

HFT2454Hospitality Purchasing and Controls

3

HFT2804Introduction to Beverage Science

3

HFT2822Brewery Operations

3

HFT2867Wine Essentials

3

Sample Program of Study

1st Semester

HFT1213Beverage Sanitation and Safety

3

FSS1270Introduction to Craft Beer and Wine

3

HFT2009Hospitality Professionalism

3

HFT2804Introduction to Beverage Science

3

2nd Semester

HFT1021Beer, Wine and Beverage Service

3

HFT1860Beverage Operations Management

3

HFT2454Hospitality Purchasing and Controls

3

HFT2867Wine Essentials

3

Summer Semester

HFT2822Brewery Operations

3

FSS1287Introduction to Craft Beer Production

3

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 30