Kenvale College of Tourism and Hospitality Management was established in 1971.

It was one of the first Colleges to introduce courses that meet the tourism and hospitality industry demands for professional education and training.

In 1989, Kenvale’s course was among the first to gain recognition by the industry. In 1992, the Diploma course received accreditation at management level and was upgraded to Advanced Diploma in 1995 by relevant industry and government review panels.

During its history, Kenvale College has been awarded with the NSW Tourism Awards for Excellence in Industry Education. It has been a Finalist in both the Awards of the Decade for Excellence in Industry Education, and the Mitre 10 Training Provider of the Year.

Kenvale College celebrated its 25th anniversary with Mr Juan Antonio Samaranch, then President of the International Olympic Committee as guest of honour.

The Honourable Tony Abbot, then the Minister for Employment, Workplace Relations and Small Business officially opened the state-of-the-art Academic Building of the College in March 2001.

Kenvale College continues to grow in stature as an educational institution, keeping its boutique image. Details of its history show how the College keeps up with the demands of the hospitality, events and tourism industry.