Bartending

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Our Program

This 15-week Ontario College Certificate program offers the highest level of professional five-star service training for bartenders entering the food and beverage service sector in the hospitality industry. There is a constant demand by licensed establishments for qualified and professional bartenders in the province of Ontario.

The program consists of regular in-class and hybrid instruction in the principles and practices of sound bar management. The curriculum is divided between theory and hands-on experience in the Algonquin Campus bar laboratory and an established bar, restaurant or nightclub within the Ottawa community. The program offers an opportunity to complete the external Smart Serve program accreditation that is mandatory for the service of alcohol in licensed establishments in Ontario.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

• Enjoy a hands-on approach to learning about the nightclub, bar and restaurant industry.
• Prefer immediate and profitable rewards from their occupation.
• Want to pay for college or university tuition.
• Are passionate about travelling while working on a cruise ship or at a resort.
• Seek to share their unique creations in a social environment.

Your Career

Graduates may find employment as bartenders in a variety of establishments, including bars, restaurants, night clubs, resorts and convention centres. With further training, graduates may advance to positions as bar or food and beverage managers.

Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with online learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

Level: 01		Hours
HOS2061 Students learn how to operate a cost efficient bar. They study internal controls, such as purchasing and receiving procedures, inventories, beverage recipe costing, beverage pricing and analysis.	Bar Cost Control Students learn how to operate a cost efficient bar. They study internal controls, such as purchasing and receiving procedures, inventories, beverage recipe costing, beverage pricing and analysis.	45.0
HOS2066 Sound product knowledge of spirits generally used in the bar industry is provided. Liquor, liqueur, beer and wine are covered in detail ranging from method of production to dominant flavour and uses. Sampling and taste analysis allows students to develop a deeper understanding of the complexities and diversities found in the varieties of brands.	Oenology Sound product knowledge of spirits generally used in the bar industry is provided. Liquor, liqueur, beer and wine are covered in detail ranging from method of production to dominant flavour and uses. Sampling and taste analysis allows students to develop a deeper understanding of the complexities and diversities found in the varieties of brands.	30.0
HOS2080 Students develop a high degree of manual dexterity in the production of popular cocktails. Students also learn how to adapt to various bar setups and about a variety of beverage products, equipment and trends in the bar industry.	Mixology Practical Students develop a high degree of manual dexterity in the production of popular cocktails. Students also learn how to adapt to various bar setups and about a variety of beverage products, equipment and trends in the bar industry.	120.0
HOS2091 Students have the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in a community bar, a community lounge or in the College's, Restaurant International. Evening and weekend placement may be required.	Field Placement Students have the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in a community bar, a community lounge or in the College's, Restaurant International. Evening and weekend placement may be required.	90.0
HOS2219 Students gain an understanding of bar employment regulations in regard to hospitality related liquor laws, labour laws and human resources. A strong emphasis is placed on the responsibility of proper alcohol service. Through the Smart Serve program and other related training, students acquire the knowledge needed in order to be a responsible alcohol server.	Bar Law Students gain an understanding of bar employment regulations in regard to hospitality related liquor laws, labour laws and human resources. A strong emphasis is placed on the responsibility of proper alcohol service. Through the Smart Serve program and other related training, students acquire the knowledge needed in order to be a responsible alcohol server.	30.0
HOS2221 Students are inspired to produce alcoholic beverage transformations that require experimentation with traditional and molecular mixology techniques. They are engaged to develop base infused carbonated syrups and practical applications with spherification, gels and foams. In additiion, students access their own newly gained knowledge to create, promote and sell a cocktail within the greater Ottawa area.	Molecular Mixology Students are inspired to produce alcoholic beverage transformations that require experimentation with traditional and molecular mixology techniques. They are engaged to develop base infused carbonated syrups and practical applications with spherification, gels and foams. In additiion, students access their own newly gained knowledge to create, promote and sell a cocktail within the greater Ottawa area.	30.0
HOS2318 Students develop strong customer service skills and attitudes in order to work more effectively in the hospitality and tourism industry. Communications, body language, establishing rapport, dealing with complaints and team building are highlighted. In addition, students gain insight into promotional strategies, social media, merchandising and event execution.	Customer Service Students develop strong customer service skills and attitudes in order to work more effectively in the hospitality and tourism industry. Communications, body language, establishing rapport, dealing with complaints and team building are highlighted. In addition, students gain insight into promotional strategies, social media, merchandising and event execution.	30.0

Fees & Expenses

Tuition Fees: $1,037.55.

Information Technology Fee: $62. *

Incidental Fees: $115.

Student Activity/Sports Fee: $200.50.

Student Commons/Auditorium Fee: $22.

Student Centre Building Fee: $17.50.

Health Service Fee: $20.

Health Plan Fee: $117.02. **

A $40 graduation fee.

A $25 transcript fee is payable in the first term a student attends Algonquin College.

International Students pay all relevant Canadian fees plus an International Premium of $3,000 per term.

* Students paying the Information Technology fee are provided with a network account, an email address, and Internet access. For more information please visit our website at algonquincollege.com/its/support/IT-Fee/index-it-fee.htm

** Students who have coverage with another plan can request a refund by supplying the Students' Association with documentation supporting the request.

Books and supplies cost approximately $255.

Admission Requirements  2013/2014 2012/2013

Application Information

Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:

ontariocolleges.ca
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, Ontario N1G 5J3
1-888-892-2228

Applications are available online at www.ontariocolleges.ca A $95 fee applies.

Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term admission received by February 1 will be given equal consideration. Applications received after February 1 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis as long as places are available.

International applicants applying from out-of-country can obtain the International Student Application Form at https://xweb.algonquincollege.com/FormIE/index.aspx or by contacting the Registrar's Office.

For further information on the admissions process, contact:

Registrar's Office
Algonquin College
1385 Woodroffe Ave, Room C150
Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8
Telephone: 613-727-0002
Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723
TTY: 613-727-7766
Fax: 613-727-7632
Email: AskUs@algonquincollege.com

Additional Information

For more information, contact Antonios Vitaliotis, Program Coordinator, at 613-727-4723 ext. 5457 or vitalia@algonquincollege.com.

Royal Oak Bartenders Award of Excellence. Eligibility: Awarded to a bartending student with a GPA of 3.0, and who demonstrates excellence in bartending professionalism.

Every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. The College reserves the right to modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable, or campus location at any time