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SPA MANAGEMENT

The popularity of spas in the U.S. has increased dramatically over the past few years and shows no signs of slowing. According to a recent international Spa Association study, the spa industry generated over $9.7 billion in revenue in 2005. Each year, more spas are being opened across the country creating new jobs for spa professionals.

Orange Coast College is one of the first community college’s to offer Spa Management certification. The greater Orange County area is thriving with spas and our program is in a unique position to provide students access to numerous world-class resorts and spas – right in our own back yard.

Coursework in the program provides comprehensive business education and industry input to create a well-rounded educational experience for career success in the Spa market. You will acquire business and management strategies, desirable skills for successful day-to-day operations, combined with long-range strategies necessary for growth and profitability.

With increasing integration of spas in the hotel, resort, medical, healthcare, and tourism industries, spa management professionals are in demand. Our graduates will have the knowledge and skills needed to become leaders in the spa industry.

To earn a certificate, complete the required courses with a minimum grade of “C.” At least 50% of all coursework must be completed at Orange Coast College.

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

Required Courses


Course   Units
Computing for Hospitality, Travel & Tourism HTT A134 (1)
Intro to Spa & Hospitality Operations HTT A160 (1.5)
Spa Industry Services & Treatments HTT A165 (1.5)
Spa Industry Finance HTT A170(1.5)
Spa Marketing & Retailing HTTA175(1.5)
Enhancing Guest Service HTT A180(3)
Event/Meeting & Spa Practicum HTT A280(3)
Supervisory Skill Development HTT A282(1.5)
Human Resource Management HTTA288(3)
 Subtotal:  (17.5)
Choose nine (9) units from the following:   
Managing Business Risks HTELA267(1.5)
Hotel OperationsHTELA285(3)
Taking Off in Travel HTT A150(1.5)
Corporate Travel HTT A152(1.5)
Cruise Industry HTT A154(1)
E-Marketing & Sales HTTA240(3)
Incentive Travel HTT A268(1)
Management Skill Development HTT A281(1.5)
Hospitality, Travel & Tourism HTT A286(3)
   (9)
 Total  26.5
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