Hospitality and Catering - Level 2 (7132)

Last Updated: 28 Jul 2022
These employer approved qualifications cover a good grounding for a variety of hospitality areas such as; front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, cookery and hospitality services all leading to employment opportunities.
The NVQs are suitable for anyone either in full-time employment, or progressing from a Level 1 qualification or those who are able to start a qualification at Level 2.
Available to deliver in the following:
  • England
  • Wales – please check QiW website for available funding
  • Scotland
  • Northern Ireland

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General Information

What Is Involved In Studying This Course?

You could choose an NVQ in:

  • Front office
  • Housekeeping
  • Food and beverage service
  • Food production and cooking
  • Professional cookery
  • Hospitality services.

To gain an NVQ, you need to show you've got a particular set of skills. You usually work with your training provider to review your current skills and find the best way to gain new ones - perhaps by trying new things at work, or by studying.

NVQs are assessed at work or in a simulated workplace. For each unit your assessor watches and asks questions as you perform a task, or looks at a portfolio of work that you've built as formal evidence of your learning. Then they confirm you've got the skills to do the job well.

For the NVQs in Hospitality and Catering you will gain evidence in your workplace as well as learning with your training provider.

Is this level right for me?

Level 2
You are already in full-time employment, progressing from a Level 1 qualification or in a position to start at Level 2.


What Careers Can This Lead To?

After taking one of these NVQs, you will have a qualification that shows employers and customers you have the skills to work in a range of jobs such as; hotel receptionist, chef, bar tender and waiter/waitress.

What Is Involved With Delivering This Course?

To deliver an NVQ, you need qualified assessors. You can train internal members of staff or recruit specially.

For the NVQs learners will need to be in a suitable work environment where they can demonstrate their skills. Learners can also undertake their NVQ within their local college.

Centres currently approved to offer the 7132 will be able to complete a fast track approval to offer the 7132-71 (Underpinning Knowledge test)

To find all the resource requirements for assessment and delivery, download the qualification handbook from the centre documents section.

Any new entrants to the industry or those currently working in the hospitality and catering industry can take these qualifications.

Level 2

This level will suit you if you are already in full-time employment, progressing from a Level 1 qualification or in a position to start at Level 2.

There are several qualifications to choose from at this level, depending on the area within hospitality you want to specialise in:

  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Front of House Reception
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Housekeeping
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Production and Cooking
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking)
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Kitchen Services.

To achieve the full qualification you must achieve between 37 and 40 credits in total. This comprises a combination of mandatory units (9-11 credits), and the remainder from optional units subdivided into groups A, B and C.

For full details of units and requirements, please refer to the qualification handbook in the centre documents section.

What Careers Can This Lead To?

After taking one of these NVQs, you will have a qualification that shows employers and customers you have the skills to work in a range of jobs such as;

  • Hotel receptionist
  • Chef 
  • Front of House 
  • Kitchen porter/assistant 
  • Fast food assistant 
  • Bar tender and waiter/waitress
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Front of House Reception (7132-01)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Front of House Reception

  • Accreditation No: 500/9490/7 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 37 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 224 - 296 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 370 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £96.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Housekeeping (7132-02)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Housekeeping

  • Accreditation No: 500/9488/9 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 37 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 281 - 296 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 370 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £96.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service (7132-05)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service

  • Accreditation No: 500/9544/4 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 37 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 279 - 291 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £92.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Production and Cooking (7132-06)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Production and Cooking

  • Accreditation No: 500/9543/2 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 40 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 329 - 336 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £92.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking) (7132-07)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking)

  • Accreditation No: 500/9869/X This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 58 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 473 - 491 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £92.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (7132-08)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery

  • Accreditation No: 500/9979/6 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 58 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 465 - 511 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £92.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services (7132-09)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services

  • Accreditation No: 500/9981/4 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 37 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 266 - 305 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 370 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £92.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Kitchen Services (7132-14)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Kitchen Services

  • Accreditation No: 500/9542/0 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 37 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 309 - 323 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: Data unavailable The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £96.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Additional information for centres

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7132 Level 2

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