NAF Academy Of Hospitality & Tourism (AOHT)

Overview

The leisure and hospitality industry is projected to grow the fastest of all industries. The Hospitality and Tourism pathway offers career learning in event planning, marketing, tourism, hospitality, hotel and lodging management, and customer service.

 

The School of Choice program is a fully operational and open enrollment opportunity, designed to provide students with flexible access to quality education regardless of their grade level. This program welcomes students from all academic backgrounds, offering a supportive and enriching learning environment that encourages academic growth and personal development. With open enrollment, families have the freedom to choose this educational pathway without restrictions based on grade, ensuring that students can enter the program at any stage of their educational journey. Whether a student is entering elementary, middle, or high school, the School of Choice program is committed to providing an inclusive, dynamic, and engaging experience that prepares students for success.

Meet our AOHT Team

Milagros Perez AOHT Lead Teacher msperez@dadeschools.net

Academy Completion Guidelines

Becoming an academy completer at Sunset earns students’ certifications, college credit and scholarships. The following criteria are needed to become a full completer at Miami Sunset:

  • Complete all State Florida graduation requirements
  • Complete a minimum of 100 hours of community service
  • Have a cumulative weighted grade point average of 3.0
  • Complete four Hospitality and Tourism courses with a passing grade.

Industry Certifications

  • Hospitality and Tourism Management Certification (Two-part certification,
    requires Internship)
  • WordPress Certified Editor
  • Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certification
  • ServSafe Certification (Certified Professional Food Manager).

AOHT Industry

icon
icon
icon

Culinary Industry Certifications

icon
icon
icon

Academy Coursework

9th Grade

  • Principles of Hospitality & Tourism and Geography for Hospitality and Tourism (NAF)

10th Grade 

  • HTMP I / Technology for Hospitality (NAF)
    • AOHT Paid Internship (Summer going into 11th Grade)

11th Grade

  • HTMP II / Entrepreneurship for Hospitality (NAF)
    • AOHT Internship (Summer going into 12th Grade)

12th Grade

  • Travel and Tourism Marketing and Event Planning (NAF)