FAQ Frequently Asked Questions What is TISOH? Why should I apply to TISOH? What will a TISOH Certificate do for me? How do I know what to study? Should I take classroom or online programs? What is “real world” and “hands on” learning? For online students, is computer proficiency required? How do I apply to TISOH? What are my tuition payment options? Is tuition reimbursement available for TISOH programs? What are the enrollment requirements? What are TISOH students like? What is the TISOH faculty comprised of? Does TISOH offer financing? Does TISOH offer housing assistance? Does TISOH offer visa sponsorship assistance for international students? Does TISOH offer job placement assistance? How does TISOH help me after I graduate? How do I contact TISOH? What is TISOH’s location and hours of operation? I’m interested! How do I proceed? How do I schedule a school visit? Q: What is TISOH? A: The International School of Hospitality offers short‐term career focused certificate programs in hospitality, suitable for career‐changers and those looking for career advancement. With small classes and personal instruction, TISOH’s educational methodology uniquely centers on real world hands‐on training by industry professionals that goes beyond the classroom. Rather than pursuing a four year degree, TISOH students benefit from our industry‐tested curriculums, often finding themselves on their way to their dream jobs within three months or less. TISOH is the best way to fast track your career. Learn about our certificate programs here. Q: Why should I apply to TISOH? A: Our school’s mission is to offer the best practical hospitality career training in the country. TISOH is unique in that we offer students the advantage of small classes, learning directly from industry professionals who act both as dedicated instructors as well as mentors. Our industry‐tested robust curriculums provide the most comprehensive real world education for those looking for entry or advancement in the hospitality industry. Q: What will a TISOH Certificate do for me? A: A TISOH Certificate is an important academic and training credential that can help open many doors in the hospitality industry. For career changers lacking relevant job experience, our Certificate helps to compensate for this requirement while demonstrating to potential employers the job applicant’s initiative to proactively seek hospitality training. For those already in the industry, TISOH Certificates polish, update, teach and enhance hospitality skills that can directly impact career advancement. Q: How do I know what to study? A: This decision is based on three factors: 1, Personal interests (pursuing a career in what you like to do leads to future job satisfaction) 2, Transferrable skills (pursuing a career in what you are good at i.e. interpersonal skills, organizational skills, multi‐tasking skills etc. leads to career success) 3, Industry choice (pursuing a career in a healthy, growing industry leads to long‐term job stability i.e. Nevada Department of Employment projects 57,000 new hospitality jobs in Las Vegas by 2010) The first step is to call and speak with a TISOH career counselor, who can help you determine your most suitable hospitality career direction. Call today: 1‐877‐Go‐TISOH (1‐877‐46‐8476) or 702‐947‐7200. Q: Should I take classroom or online programs? A: Although TISOH classroom and online programs share the same curriculums, instructors and certificate requirements, they offer significantly different learning experiences. Classroom students benefit from guest speaker panel presentations, site‐visits, a hands‐on internship, exclusive networking events and live interaction with instructors and fellow students. Online students benefit from a flexible, study‐at‐your‐own‐pace schedule, 24/7 online anywhere access to course materials, an assigned instructor and mentor who is with them every step of the learning process, and a user‐friendly online learning environment utilizing the latest elearning technology. To help you decide, call and speak with a TISOH career counselor today: 1‐877‐Go‐TISOH (1‐877‐46‐8476) or 702‐947‐7200. Q: What is “real world” and “hands on” learning? A: Classroom programs: TISOH brings students to the industry through the use of engaging site visits and guest panel speaker lectures featuring director level professionals from major hotel properties. Internships are included in many programs, with students rotating through many departments to gain hands‐on experience throughout the 20 to 40 hour course requirement. In addition, students are introduced to multiple exclusive industry‐only events for valuable networking. Finally, a comprehensive project is completed that forms the student’s professional portfolio, serving as material evidence of their practical training. Online programs: Taught by the same TISOH instructors, programs feature richly engaging content in the form of narrated powepoint lectures and video of guest panel presentations. In addition, online students enjoy the added benefit of an assigned personal instructor and mentor, who follows the student throughout the learning process and beyond. The same real‐world project is required for online students, as the curriculums mirror that of the classroom version. Q: For online students, is computer proficiency required? A: TISOH online programs are very user friendly and do not require computer proficiency. If you are able to browse the internet with an internet connection, then you have all the tools necessary to take the program. All course materials are available 24/7 online and full technical support is provided at no charge throughout the six months of course access. Q: How do I apply to TISOH? A: To begin the enrollment process, simply fill in the online application form here. A program associate will be in touch with you within 24 hours. Should you need financing, please fill in the financing form here. Q: What are my tuition payment options? A: There are three payment options to choose from: 1, Paid in Full – tuition and applicable fees are due before first day of class. Credit card, debit card, check or cash are accepted. 2, Financing – based on credit approval, down payment and application fee is due before first day of class. Balance can be paid in monthly installments for up to 18 months. For more details, click here . 3, Tuition Reimbursement – if student is sponsored by his/her company, a $300 first payment is due by the first day of class. The remaining balance is due before the last day of class. Please contact the school for more details. Q: Is tuition reimbursement available for TISOH programs? A: Tuition reimbursement is available from many employers including Harrahs and Venetian. Please check with your HR department for more details. Q: What are the enrollment requirements? A: A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required for enrollment. For international students, note that TOEFL scores are not required but a basic proficiency in English is assumed. For all programs, computer proficiency is a plus but not required. TISOH offers computer workshops at no charge to current classroom students. One‐on‐one technical computer support is also available throughout the TISOH learning experience. Q: What are TISOH students like? A: TISOH students are non‐traditional and come from many age groups and diverse career backgrounds. Our programs are suitable for applicants who have no prior hospitality experience, ideal for career‐changers, those wanting to start a career or those looking for professional growth and career advancement. For testimonials of our many success stories, click here. Q: What is the TISOH faculty comprised of? A: TISOH has proudly assembled a world‐class faculty comprised of leading industry professionals and award‐winning academic professors. Our highly‐credentialed faculty is motivated to help TISOH students succeed through instruction and mentorship. To learn more about who your instructors are, please click here. Q: Does TISOH offer financing? A: TISOH offers financing programs to students that allow for monthly tuition payments. If credit is pre‐approved, programs require a $300 down payment with monthly payments beginning at $128 to $171 for up to 18 months. If credit is not pre‐approved, financing is still possible through the addition of a co‐signer or a 50% tuition down payment. TISOH uses TFC Credit as our financing agency. For more information on financing, please click here. Q: Does TISOH offer housing assistance? A: TISOH can assist out‐of‐state or international students with housing options. The school can recommend or arrange, based on availability, short‐term apartment leases or home stays that are in nice neighborhoods nearby the school. For more information on housing assistance, please click here. Q: Does TISOH offer visa sponsorship assistance for international students? A: Yes. For more details, please click here. Q: Does TISOH offer job placement assistance? A: Yes! As a practical career training school, TISOH puts a strong emphasis on job placement. Many students are hired within three months of graduation. Classroom students: Throughout their enrollment, classroom students are told that they are on an extended interview as they come into regular contact with many potential employers. In class, valuable contacts are made through meeting instructors and guest speakers from the industry. At networking events and site visits, students are presented with yet more opportunities to meet persons of interest. During their program internship, students have a lasting chance to impress. After graduation, new alumni are encouraged to actively participate in TISOH Alumni Association activities, which include regular mixers and meetings. Lastly, TISOH offers alumni exclusive job postings and hot leads generated from our own industry contacts. Online students: Online students enjoy a personal one‐on‐one relationship with a TISOH instructor that combines instruction with mentorship. Valuable career guidance and advice that is industry specific, professional resume review assistance, and mock interviews by telephone are all available benefits. Q: How does TISOH help me after I graduate? A: New alumni immediately become members of the TISOH Alumni Association, a powerful network of hospitality professionals dedicated to helping each other stay connected and making new friends and business contacts. Many TISOH alumni have reached their career potential and are looking to help other alumni to follow in their footsteps of success. Take full advantage of your TISOH certificate by attending regular social and professional mixers and get involved. In addition, TISOH alumni have lifetime access to exclusive job listings from the school, updated regularly. Q: How do I contact TISOH? A: Call us: 1‐877‐Go TISOH or 702‐947‐7200 Email us: [email protected] Fax us: 702‐947‐7205 Q: What is TISOH’s location and hours of operation? A: TISOH is located at 3614 E. Sunset Road, Suite #110, Las Vegas NV 89120. Our hours of operation are Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm. Q: I’m interested! How do I proceed? A: If you know what you want to study, please fill in the application form here. If you are undecided on what program to pursue, the first step is to call and speak with a TISOH career counselor at 1‐877‐Go TISOH or 702‐947‐7200. If you are considering a classroom program, we encourage you to schedule a school visit or simply stop by for a tour. Q: How do I schedule a school visit? A: Call or email us to schedule an appointment. A career counselor will be on hand to offer advice and a tour of the school. Prospective students are also welcome to stop by during our hours of operation. However, a career counselor may not be available to meet with visitors without an appointment. Have additional questions? Please call us at 702‐947‐7200 or email [email protected]