Turn up the talent by hiring Michigan ProStart and HTM graduates.ProStart and Hospitality & Tourism Management (HTM) are nationally recognized school programs that unite classroom and industry. They develop the best and brightest talent into tomorrow’s culinary and hospitality industry leaders.
A growing number of high schools and career centers across Michigan use the ProStart and HTM curriculum, with thousands of students participating each year. |
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What can you expect when you hire a ProStart student?
In addition to successfully completing the two-year curriculum, ProStart students will take two national exams, complete 400 hours of industry work experience, and demonstrate 52 of 75 core competencies across job-related observable skills and employability skills.
The culmination of all this hard work results in the ProStart National Certificate of Achievement, a post-secondary and industry-recognized certification that can result in scholarships, class credits and credit toward work experience requirements. ProStart students come to your organization ready to make an immediate impact.
The culmination of all this hard work results in the ProStart National Certificate of Achievement, a post-secondary and industry-recognized certification that can result in scholarships, class credits and credit toward work experience requirements. ProStart students come to your organization ready to make an immediate impact.
The program and curriculum teach the following, among other topics:
- Safety and sanitation
- Culinary arts
- Kitchen essentials
- Leadership
- Management essentials
- Purchasing, inventory and cost control
- Customer service and communication
- Sustainability
ProStart students have committed themselves to working hard toward a rewarding career in our industry and are armed with the foundational skills necessary for success in the front of the house and in the back of the house. These students are passionate about working in our industry and will be some of your best long-term employees.
And the cherry on top? ProStart graduates have obtained ServSafe certification. They’re skilled in helping businesses like yours reduce the risk of foodborne illness, meet safety regulations and inspections, improve food quality and customer satisfaction, and more.
And the cherry on top? ProStart graduates have obtained ServSafe certification. They’re skilled in helping businesses like yours reduce the risk of foodborne illness, meet safety regulations and inspections, improve food quality and customer satisfaction, and more.
What can you expect when you hire an HTM student?
HTM students complete the AHLEI Hospitality & Tourism Management curriculum and earn the Hospitality and Tourism Specialist (HTS) credential — the preferred method to meet Michigan’s Hospitality Pathway standards. The program equips graduates with:
HTM graduates are motivated, prepared, credentialed, and excited to contribute from day one.
- A strong foundation in hospitality, lodging operations, food and beverage management, event planning, travel and tourism, leadership and more
- Career-ready skills and hands-on experience to succeed in entry-level roles and advanced positions
- The knowledge and credentials to meet industry standards and hit the ground running
HTM graduates are motivated, prepared, credentialed, and excited to contribute from day one.
How to hire ProStart and HTM graduates.
During the training experience
Hire a student as an intern or part-time employee as they go through the program and provide an opportunity for them to apply and hone their training, more deeply explore the industry, and gain mentors and guidance on their career pathway.
Hire a student as an intern or part-time employee as they go through the program and provide an opportunity for them to apply and hone their training, more deeply explore the industry, and gain mentors and guidance on their career pathway.
After graduation
Launch a young high school graduate on their career path, point them toward future training and growth, and earn a trained, motivated, committed employee.
The ProStart or HTM student will join your organization with a commitment to and passion for working in a restaurant, foodservice or hospitality settings. They recognize that the industry provides true opportunities for career growth and are well prepared to hit the ground running on day one.
Launch a young high school graduate on their career path, point them toward future training and growth, and earn a trained, motivated, committed employee.
The ProStart or HTM student will join your organization with a commitment to and passion for working in a restaurant, foodservice or hospitality settings. They recognize that the industry provides true opportunities for career growth and are well prepared to hit the ground running on day one.
Through an apprenticeship
Hospitality apprenticeship programs supporting emerging talent are expanding across Michigan and across the country. Discover how you can train and attract top talent through an apprenticeship.
Hospitality apprenticeship programs supporting emerging talent are expanding across Michigan and across the country. Discover how you can train and attract top talent through an apprenticeship.
Attract top talent: Post your open positions to the MRLA job board.
Michigan ProStart Schools
High Schools and Career Centers
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Secondary Education
The following institutions of higher learning recognize the ProStart curriculum through articulation agreements:
*State-wide articulation agreements
*Accept Certificate of Achievement
- *Henry Ford Community College Hospitality Studies
- *Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
- *Secchia Institute for Culinary Education at Grand Rapids Community College Culinary Arts
- *The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institutes
*State-wide articulation agreements
- Culinary Institute of Michigan
- Ferris State University
- Macomb Community College
- Mott Community College
- Great Lakes Culinary Institute at Northwestern Michigan College
- Northwood University
- Oakland Community College
- Schoolcraft College
- Sullivan University
*Accept Certificate of Achievement
Four-Year Programs
The following institutions of higher learning recognize the ProStart curriculum through articulation agreements:
- Central Michigan University Marketing and Hospitality Services
- Eastern Michigan University Hospitality Management
- Ferris State University Hospitality Management
- Grand Valley State University
- Johnson and Wales University
- Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
- Michigan State School of Hospitality Business
- Northern Michigan University Restaurant & Foodservice Management
- Sullivan University
- The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institutes
Michigan HTM Schools
High Schools and Career Centers
- Benton Harbor Area Schools
- Calhoun Area Career Center
- Dexter Community School
- Fraser High School
- L'Anse Creuse Public Schools
- Muskegon Area Career Tech Center
- Plymouth-Canton Educational Park
- Pontiac High School
- Saginaw Career Complex
- South Redford
