Bartending, Professional (Cocktails)

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

City & Guilds

Level

Level Two

What's it all about?

The Professional Bartending qualification has been developed by City College Plymouth and Bar Experts, in conjunction with City & Guilds and Plymouth Gin. This hands on, practical course is designed to develop skilled and experienced bartenders. Working behind a fully equipped training bar at Plymouth Gin, you will learn how to use the correct equipment, accurately free pour and blend those perfect cocktails. At the end of this course, you will be able to wow your customers with your expert skills.

Progression

You may progress to various other professional development courses.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however, candidates should have some knowledge of bartending and cocktails.

Duration

Eight days training including assessment

Business Benefits

This is an essential course for all businesses offering a professional bar service - especially those with a cocktail menu.

Are there any exams?

Achievement of this course is assessed by the following:

short answer question paper
free pour test
drinks making and finding exercise.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

The course is designed to provide knowledge and skills training to professional bartenders working in the industry, and focuses on the eight following learning outcomes:

accurately free pour
select and use equipment
display cocktail making techniques
display knowledge of cocktail specifications
beers, wines and spirits preparation
prepare bar and deliver service
display knowledge of spirits
display knowledge of responsible serving of alcohol.

The course lasts for eight days and is a combination of practical skills training and taught sessions.

When can I study?

One day per week for eight weeks - 10.00am to 5.30pm

Course Facts

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Start Date:

1 August 2012

Course Type:

Part-time

Location:

Kings Road Centre

Course Fees:

£375 per year. If you are receiving certain benefits, you may only have to pay a material fee.

Instalments:

Instalments are available for course fees. A deposit of £93.75 is payable before enrolment followed by three monthly payments of £93.75 per year

Material Fees:

£25 per year.

Level:

Intermediate

Course Code:

APB

Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.