Hospitality Assistant Technical Diploma

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Hospitality Assistant

Program Number: 301091

Your Degree:

Technical Diploma

Area of Study:

Culinary, Hospitality and Fitness

Delivery Method:

100% Online
Some Online/Some In Person

Estimated Time to Complete:

12 Credits | Finish diploma in 1 semester

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Estimated Program Cost

$2,014.88

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Program Overview
The four courses in the Hospitality Assistant technical diploma at Madison College are designed for those interested in exploring career and education opportunities in the leisure service industry. The two communication classes will help you hone your communication skills and develop your writing skills while utilizing critical reading and thinking skills through analyzing various assessments. The Exploring Hospitality class provides an overview and look at the industry and career pathways while the Mindset for Success class allows you to deep dive into 8 employable skills that will set you apart from the rest of the workforce!
The hospitality and tourism field is the fastest-growing industry globally and the second-largest industry in Wisconsin. One out of every 10 workers in Wisconsin is employed in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Program Details
Students in the Hospitality Assistant technical program can attend part-time or full-time, online or in person. Connect with us on Facebook!
Careers
After completing the Hospitality Assistant technical program at Madison Area Technical College, examples of opportunities for your career starting point include but are not limited to the following areas:
Banquets
Concierge
Cruise ships
Events Coordinator
First-line supervisor
Food Service
Front Desk
Guest services coordinator
Hospitality Specialist
Host
Housekeeping
Maintenance
Night Auditor
Outlets
Reservations
Sales
Shuttle/Transportation
Spa Attendant
Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
10-109-101
Exploring Hospitality
3 credits
10-106-100
Mindset for Success
3 credits
10-145-123
Leading Your Life with Emotional Intelligence
3 credits
10-801-195
Written Communication
3 credits
Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Spring 2025
Application open
Application completion deadline is April 15, 2025
Summer 2025
Application open
Application completion deadline is July 15, 2025
Fall 2025
Application open
Application completion deadline is November 15, 2025
Spring 2026
Application open
Application completion deadline is April 15, 2026
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
GED/HSED completion
College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
Course prerequisites differ from admission requirements; admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses or success in the program. Refer to program curriculum for details.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
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Career Outcomes

Graduate Summary

Graduate Report Summary Overview
Count Percents	2021	2022	2023
Number of Program Graduates	8	11	8
Number of Surveys Sent	8	11	8
Number of Surveys Returned	8	11	6
Percent of Surveys Returned
Available for Employment	3	3	1
Percent Available for Employment	37.5%	27.3%	16.7%
Not in Labor Market
Percent Not in Labor Market	62.5%	72.7%	83.3%

Available for Employment
Count Percents	2021	2022	2023
Graduates Employed	3	3	1
Percent of Graduates Employed	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%
Employed in Related Occupation	2	2	1
Percent Employed in Related Occupation	66.7%	66.7%	100.0%
Employed in Unrelated Occupation	0	1	0
Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation	0.0%	33.3%	0.0%
Employed - No Response	1	0	0
Percent Employed - No Response	33.3%	0.0%	0.0%
Seeking Employment	0	0	0
Percent Seeking Employment	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%

Reaction To Training at Madison College
Count Percents	2021	2022	2023
Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4)	3.8	3.8	3.5
Number of Satisfaction Responses	6	5	2
Very Satisfied (4)	5	4	1
Percent Very Satisfied	83.3%	80.0%	50.0%
Satisfied (3)	1	1	1
Percent Satisfied	16.7%	20.0%	50.0%
Unsatisfied (2)	0	0	0
Percent Unsatisfied	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
Very Unsatisfied (1)
Percent Very Unsatisfied	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%

Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
Count Percents	2021	2022	2023
Number of Primary Reason Responses	8	11	6
Preparation for Getting a Job
Percent Preparation for Getting a Job
Career Change
Percent Career Change
Improvement of Existing Skills
Percent Improvement of Existing Skills
Preparation for Further Education
Percent Preparation for Further Education
Personal Interest
Percent Personal Interest
Other
Percent Other	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%

When Employment was Obtained
Count Percents	2021	2022	2023
Number of When Employment Obtained Responses	2	3	1
Before Enrollment	0	1	1
Percent Before Enrollment	0.0%	33.3%	100.0%
While Attending the College	1	2	0
Percent While Attending the College	50.0%	66.7%	0.0%
After Training at the College	1	0	0
Percent After Training at the College	50.0%	0.0%	0.0%

Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
Count Percents	2021	2022	2023
Number of Employment Location Responses	3	3	1
In College District	3	1	1
Percent In College District	100.0%	33.3%	100.0%
In Wisconsin, Not in District	0	1	0
Percent of In Wisconsin	0.0%	33.3%	0.0%
Outside of Wisconsin	0	1	0
Percent Outside Wisconsin	0.0%	33.3%	0.0%
Employer Location Unknown	0	0	0
Percent Location Unknown	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%

Salary Trend
Salary Trend		2021	2022	2023
Full Time Employment (Related Job)	Full Time Salary Count	2	1	1
	Average Monthly Wage	$3,852	$3,182	$3,440
	Average Hourly Wage	$22.40	$18.50	$20.00
	Average Work Hours per Week	44.0	40.0	40.0
Part Time Employment (Related Job)	Part Time Salary Count		1
	Average Hourly Wage		$10.00
	Average Work Hours per Week		30.0

Graduate Employers

Graduate Employers for academic year: 2023
Employer(s)	Job Title	City*	State**	Positions
AC Hotel	Front Office Supervisor

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