7 August 2007
HTA Scholarships Open Doors to Hospitality Careers
Young people looking for an exciting career in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry should
consider applying for the 2008 Industry Scholarship Program.
The Scholarships are being offered by the Hospitality Training Association Inc. (HTA) in
conjunction with the peak industry employer and employee associations:
HTA is Queensland’s leading training, employment and recruitment organisation servicing the
growing tourism and hospitality industry. The 2008 HTA Industry Scholarship Program, worth
more than $300,000 and aims to promote the hospitality and tourism industry as a career
pathway for the next generation of industry staff and management.
Commencing in January 2008, the Diploma of Hospitality Management scholarships are
valued at $18,000 each and prepare students for a rewarding career in the industry.
HTA CEO Phillip Charlton said the 2008 HTA Scholarship Program was now accepting
applications following its launch last night.
“Over the past five years, HTA has provided more than $1 million in scholarship funding to
school leavers and the hospitality industry,” he said.
“Anyone who has contemplated a rewarding career in the tourism and hospitality industry
should apply. Graduates from the HTA are now running top cafes, restaurants and hotels
around the world.
“At the completion of the one-year diploma, the scholarship winners will have an
internationally-recognised qualification which will be their passport to success.”
HTA President and RCQ Chief Executive Officer, James Visser, acknowledged the benefits of
this program to the Industry.
“This had undoubtedly had a significant impact not only on the lives of the young people who
have been given the opportunity to gain a head start in a career in Hospitality but the
Hospitality and Tourism industry who benefit from qualified, skilled, experienced and motivated
staff,” said Mr Visser.
Applicants need to address a selection criteria and are interviewed by a three-person panel of
industry professionals from: Restaurant and Catering Queensland, Queensland Hotels
Association, Hotel, Motel and Accommodation Association, Liquor, Hospitality and
Miscellaneous Union, Clubs Queensland, McGuires Hotel Group and Hospitality Training
Association Inc.
In addition to paid internships, the scholarships include all tuition fees, textbooks, uniforms and
tools of the trade.
HTA provides industry-relevant training and apprenticeships to more than 600 domestic and
international students each year, helping to address the Australian skills shortage and
providing internationally-recognised qualifications to launch careers.
For further information and interviews please contact Phillip Charlton, CEO, on 3872 4200
For further images please contact Lizelle Bird, Marketing Coordinator, on 3872 4200
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