Unesc School of Tourism launches short courses to prepare professionals for the summer

The preparation for the summer season and the year-end holidays motivated the School of Tourism at Unesc to launch a calendar of short courses aimed at professional qualification. The program includes short-term training in the areas of gastronomy, hospitality, and tourism, featuring practical activities designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, and individuals interested in expanding their opportunities in the sector.

The opening will take place at 3 PM on November 17, with an inaugural class on Christmas Pastry. This activity is part of the baking segment and will cover preparation techniques, shaping, fermentation, and finishing of holiday products.
The calendar continues in December, with courses on Refreshing Drinks for Summer on the 1st; Risottos on the 8th; and Christmas Dinner on the 15th. The activities will always take place in the afternoon.

“The aim is to expand opportunities for professional qualification through short courses, with content tailored to the practical needs of the tourism and gastronomy sectors. In this first calendar, the initiative is particularly focused on preparing professionals, entrepreneurs, and teams for the increased demand during the summer season and school holidays,” explains Tayse Borghezan Nicoladelli, coordinator of the Hotel Management course at the School of Tourism at Unesc.

The program includes content related to food and beverage preparation, service organization, and enhancement of the experience offered to visitors. The proposal also considers the need for constant updating in a market that demands adaptation, quality service, and diversification of offerings.

According to Tayse, the courses represent an alternative for professionals who need to develop new skills without necessarily investing in more extensive training. The training can also spark the interest of individuals looking to enter the tourism sector, start a business, or seek new job and income opportunities.

“Small improvements in food and beverage preparation, product presentation, service organization, and the experience offered to visitors can make a difference in the competitiveness of a business,” she emphasizes.

The School of Tourism's proposal is to offer short courses organized by seasons, aligning with the demands of the tourism segment, market trends, and opportunities throughout the year. “This semester, the initiative kicks off with the summer, school holiday, and festive season calendars. The winter program is scheduled for February 2027, continuing the offering of training aligned with the dynamics of the sector,” she concludes.