CTE: Consumer Services, Hospitality, and Tourism

CTE: Consumer Services, Hospitality, and Tourism

Consumer services, hospitality, and tourism programs offer many career and education opportunities. You can earn industry certifications or college credits, and programs like culinary arts and cosmetology include internships and mentoring. These experiences help you apply what you learn in class and get a head start in your career.

Career and Technical (CTE) Opportunities

CTE Program School Industry Recognized Credential
Culinary/Hospitality Frederick High School
  • ServSafe
  • TIPS
  • Guest Services Certification

Career and Technology Center (CTC) Opportunities  (Open to all students - Application Required)

CTC Program Industry Recognized Credential
Culinary or Baking
  • ServSafe, American Culinary Federation certifications
Cosmetology
  • Maryland Board of Cosmetologist License

If you enjoy: 

  • Helping people feel good about their appearance
  • Creativity and design 
  • Working with your hands
  • Being around people
  • Cooking 
  • Baking 
  • Working with people 
  • Customer service
  • Turning vision into reality
  • Problem solving
  • Travel and tourism

Then you might enjoy a career as a:

  • Hair Stylist
  • Hair Colorist
  • Barber
  • Nail Technician/Manicurist 
  • Esthetician 
  • Makeup Artist
  • Electrologist 
  • Salon/Business Owner 
  • Salon/Business Manager
  • Baker
  • Chef
  • Cruise Ship Director
  • Dietician
  • Event Planner
  • Housekeeping Manager 
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Travel Agent 
  • Activities Director

For more information about opportunities within the Consumer Services, Hospitality, and Tourism Cluster, please see your School Counselor or Career Coach.

For detailed course offerings and class sequences, please see the Course and Planning Guides

Work Based Learning (WBL) Opportunities available at every school

Career Research and Development Pathway with Work Study Internship Youth Apprentice Program
Work Based Learning Coordinators and Career Coaches can help you identify a local employer in this industry.

Career and Technical Student Organizations

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CTSOs are student-led organizations that provide opportunities for students to develop leadership, teamwork, and career-related skills. They often focus on specific career fields such as business, technology, agriculture, or health/human services. These co-curricular student experiences are embedded within various CTE programs. CTSOs can offer a variety of activities, including competitions, conferences, community service projects, and networking events.


Additional Opportunities

Dual Enrollment
College credit opportunities are available within this program. Please review the course guide for the most current Dual Enrollment opportunities.


Sample Schedule
Below is a sample schedule of how students can complete a CTE program while satisfying their graduation requirements.  Please note, these sample schedules are not official options and students should consult their guidance counselor for the most accurate advice regarding scheduling. 

Sample Schedule: Cosmetology