Bartending & Mixology 1: TIPS Certification Program
Bartending & Mixology 1: TIPS Certification Program - SBUS 174
This course introduces and advances knowledge and application of bartending skills to prepare individuals to work in the hospitality industry. Course sessions are appropriate for participants with limited experience and will focus on introductory information, best practices, legal issues and increasing participants’ familiarity with wines, beers and mixed drinks.
Upon completion of this program, students will:
- Understand industry standards
- Be able to recognize and use common terminology
- Recognize a variety of alcoholic beverages — beers, mixed drinks, wines and trending cocktails
- Understand health and hygiene regulations/sanitation
- Demonstrate customer service skills, selling techniques, showmanship and menu development
Participants who successfully complete this course will be TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) certified and receive a certificate from the New York State Liquor Authority that can be used as part of their Reasonable Effort Defense in the event they are convicted of serving someone younger than 21. Attendance at the first two sessions of the course is required; participation in four of five sessions is necessary to receive a certificate of completion.
Prerequisite: All students must be at least 21 years old to participate in this class, and valid ID is required on the first evening of the class.