Are you passionate about the world of cocktails and spirits and enjoy working with the public? A career behind the bar may be the perfect opportunity for you!
Admission
June 2 to August 15
November 2 to January 10
Course start date
Fall
Winter
Duration
3 months part-time (80 h)
Format
In-person
Schedule
Part-time
Language of instruction
French
Compulsory internships
No
Diploma
ITHQ Attestation
Overview
Recognized and appreciated by employers for over 30 years, the Service de bar (Bartending) training course will give you the keys to a passionate profession. Classic cocktails preparation, stock and customer management, professional attitudes and customer service: thanks to this program, you will learn the necessary rules of the art to become an exceptional bartender.
Program key elements
- ITHQ exclusive training
- Part-time program
- Action learning in the ITHQ bar workshop
- Action Service certificate from Éduc’alcool included in the training
- Experienced and passionate instructors
Negroni, martini, daiquiri… learn all the classics!
What you will learn
Mixing, shaking, serving
Program structure and courses
Duration and schedule
- Program starting in the fall and winter
- Includes a total of 80 hours of coursework, spread over 12 weeks on a part-time basis
- Classes offered on Mondays and Tuesdays evenings, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Course dates
| Session | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | From August 25 to November 25 Mondays and Tuesdays, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. |
| Winter 2026 | Upcoming dates |
- Schedule, dates and course order are subject to change.
- The ITHQ reserves the right to cancel a course or program if there are insufficient registrations to justify its offering. In such cases, program and registration fees will be refunded in full.
Dress code
- Professional uniforms (black shirt, black pants, black shoes and black tie, available from the supplier of your choice) must be worn at all times.
- A black apron will be provided by the ITHQ.
- All students must comply to basic rules in regard to professional image.
Diploma
- ITHQ attestation in Service de bar
- Éduc’alcool attestation of the Action Service program
Admission
Admission application periods
Québec and Canadian applicants
June 2 to August 15 (course start date in Fall)
November 2 to January 10 (course start date in Winter)
International applicants
June 2 to August 15 (course start date in Fall)
November 2 to January 10 (course start date in Winter)
Admission requirements
To be eligible for this program, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age before the course start date
- Be fluent in oral and written French
International applicants
Admission to this program is conditional on obtaining or possessing a valid status in Canada (visitor’s visa, study permit, work permit, visitor’s record, etc.) for the duration of the program.
Please note that it is not possible to obtain a study permit for this program. In addition, the ITHQ does not provide a letter of invitation for a temporary resident visa (TRV). For more information, we invite you to consult the website of the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI).
Selection criteria
- Spots are limited to 16 students per group.
- Applications are selected on a first come, first served basis according to the date of receipt of the admission application.
- In the event that the program is full, you will be able to add your name to a waiting list.
Required documents
- Birth certificate
- Proof of photo identification (passport or driver’s license)
- Applicants must meet all of the requirements of their chosen program and provide all required documents. Incomplete or late admission application file will be considered ineligible.
- In order for your file to be considered complete, be sure to upload legible copies of all official documents required by your status in PDF format.
- Documents that are not in French or English must be accompanied by an official translation in French or English.
Costs and financial aid
Program fees
Use the program fee calculator to find out about the costs of this program.
Financial aid and scholarships
Looking for financial support for your study project? Find out about the different options available to you.
Future prospects
A rewarding and stimulating career
The bar scene is not for everyone, however, those who love it are passionate about it! Creative and unconventional, bartending is also a profession where you can earn an excellent salary. With solid core training and a fair amount of experience, you will have everything you need to make your mark.
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