OTHM Qualification Entry Requirements

There are four levels of qualification open to OTHM Student Members

OTHM Qualification	Entry Requirements
OTHM Level 3 Introductory Certificate	Individuals who wish to commence or have commenced work in the tourism and hospitality industry + English language competencey of IELTS 5.0 NB If concurrent English language tuition is offered it is recommended that students have IELTS 5.0 at the beginning of the course and IELTS 6.0 by the completion of the course.
OTHM Level 4 Professional Certificate	Holders of OTHM Introductory Certificate or 5 GCSE's or 5 O'Levels or equivalent or Equivalent academic qualifications or Mature students with at least 5 year's relevant experience + English Language Competency (IELTS 5.5)
OTHM Level 5 Professional Diploma	Holders of OTHM Professional Certificate or Equivalent academic qualifications or Mature students with a minimum of 8 year's relevant experience including 3 year's management experience + English Language Competency (IELTS 6.0) * Holders of OTHM Professional Diploma can apply for Associate Member status
OTHM Level 6 Professional Higher Diploma	Holders of OTHM Professional Diploma or equivalent or 1st Degree or HND/HNC or equivalent + English Language Competency (IELTS 6.0) * Holders of OTHM Higher Diploma can apply for Member status

Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)

No exemptions are given for modules within any of the OTHM courses.

If you are unsure if your experience and qualifications will equip you to get the best from a course, please consult your training centre who will advise you.

Level of OTHM Qualifications compared to widely accepted standards