Virginia's Lodging pathway develops expertise in hotel operations, guest services, lodging management, and hospitality business—preparing students for careers in Virginia's growing hospitality industry.
Students study hotel operations, front desk procedures, housekeeping management, guest services, hospitality technology, and revenue management. They practice hospitality operations through partnerships with hotels and lodging properties.
Graduates work as front desk agents, housekeeping supervisors, guest service coordinators, or hotel managers. Virginia's diverse tourism destinations create lodging employment. Advanced students pursue hospitality management programs.
Lodging at a Glance
4
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Virginia's lodging standards address hotel operations, guest services, hospitality management, and customer service excellence. Standards reflect current hospitality industry practices.
Students demonstrate competency through hospitality operations projects and guest service assessments. The state integrates hospitality technology and systems.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Hospitality and Lodging Fundamentals |
| Front Office Operations |
| Housekeeping and Facility Management |
| Guest Services and Hotel Management |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
- ✓ServSafe Food Handler
- ✓ServSafe Manager
- ✓ProStart Certificate of Achievement - Year 1
- ✓ProStart Certificate of Achievement - Year 2
- ✓Hospitality Tourism Specialist (HTS)
- ✓Guest Service Gold - Tourism
- ✓First Aid/CPR/AED
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Front Desk Agent
Entry LevelSalary range: $29,300 - $34,990
Housekeeping Supervisor
Entry LevelSalary range: $77,790 - $174,120
Guest Services Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $77,790 - $174,120
Hotel Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $48,390 - $82,020
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern at hotels, resorts, and lodging properties throughout Virginia's tourism destinations.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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