Sixth Cohort
Towards a Promising Tomorrow
Red Sea Vocational Training Program
Overview
Red Sea Global (RSG), in collaboration with the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), is offering the sixth edition of the Red Sea Vocational Training Program as part of its efforts to prepare young Saudis for promising professional tracks that align with the needs of its growing tourism destinations.
Upon successfully completing the program, which runs for two years and four months, students obtain a diploma degree, followed by a job opportunity at Red Sea Global's destinations, one of its subsidiaries, or companies operating in any region of the Kingdom.
Program Objectives
Program Tracks
Luxury Hospitality
- Food and Beverage Service
Students will gain knowledge and skills in luxury hospitality with a focus on Food & Beverage Operations
- Culinary Arts
Students will gain knowledge and skills in luxury hospitality with a focus on culinary arts operations
- Rooms Operations
Students develop the skills and knowledge required for luxury hospitality, with a focus on hotel operations and rooms division management.
Educational Partners Delivering the Programs:
- Batterjee Colleges, Jeddah
- University of Prince Mugrin, Madinah
Electrical Services
Students will gain essential skills and technical knowledge in electrical systems and operations.
Educational Partner Delivering the Program:
Higher Institute of Paper and Industrial Technologies, Jeddah
Tourism Security
Combines operational security practices (patrolling, surveillance, and incident reporting) with guest service and effective communication with hotel and airport teams.
Educational Partner Delivering the Program:
- Batterjee Colleges, Jeddah
- University of Prince Mugrin, Madinah
Phase II
Admission Criteria (Vocational Training Program)
Upon successful completion of Phase I (the English Foundation Program), students undergo a phased assessment to determine their eligibility to join the Vocational Training Program. Applicants who meet the criteria will be nominated to begin this phase.
Phase III
Admission Criteria (Internship)
Upon completing the Vocational Training Program, students undergo a final assessment as a prerequisite for joining the on-the-job training phase.
Additional Conditions for the Tourism Security Track
- Height must be proportionate to weight, no less than 165 cm for male applicants and 160 cm for female applicants.
- Age: 18 to 25 years
- The physical fitness required for the role of security officer
- Readiness to work different shifts: morning, evening, and night
- Readiness to work on weekends and official holidays
- Readiness and ability to work in any city according to the requirements of the role
- Clean criminal background certificate
Important Notes
Accepted students must take English Proficiency standarazied test (STEP, IELTS, or equivalent) and submit the following minimum scores at three key stages of the program:
- Minimum score of 52 in STEP, 3.0 in IELTS, or equivalent score in other standardized tests must be submitted by December 17th, 2026.
- Minumum score of 56 in STEP, 3.5 in IELTS, or equivalent score in other standardized tests must be submitted by July 29th, 2027.
- Minimum score of 60 in STEP, 4.0 in IELTS, or equivalent score in other standardized tests must be submitted by January 27th, 2028.
All of the above scores must be submitted to schools on the mentioned dates above. Only students who achieve the above scores are eligible to complete the program.
Program Timeline
Total duration: 2 years and 4 months.
The program will start on August 23, 2026, at the location of the school you are accepted to.
4 Months
Phase 1: English Program
18 Months
Phase 2: Vocational Training
6 Months
Phase 3: Internship
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