Travel and Tourism

Travel and tourism is a major worldwide industry offering many different career pathways. By studying with us, your career really will take off. You can train to work for an airline, tourist attraction, a travel agent or pursue a career in conference management.

LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN CABIN CREW

1 year

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

This intriguing and exciting course is designed for those with an interest and thirst for working as a cabin crew member. It has a main focus of study on cabin crew staff and their responsibilities, and offers a depth of study relating to the key knowledge required for this industry. On this stimulating course you will learn about the job of cabin crew staff and the main health, safety and security responsibilities they hold. You will develop skills relating to selling techniques, and understand the importance of customer service within this role. You will gain knowledge on how to respond to both planned and unplanned emergencies and build confidence with making passenger announcements.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

Four GCSEs grade 3 or above or a level 1 qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

On completion of this course you can progress on to our Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism, look to secure an apprenticeship or enter employment.

LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN TRAVEL AND TOURISM

1 year

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

The aim of this new course is to provide those who have a passion for the travel and tourism sector, an understanding of the principles of the industry and allow them to explore the various avenues of work within this trade. It will allow learners to gain transferrable skills that can be applied to the workplace or further study. This course will really help your career take off. You will cover units linking to customer service skills in travel and tourism and the UK travel and tourism industry. You will also learn about the range of different careers within travel and tourism, and understand about travel destinations around the world. Sessions will be delivered through group and individual study, guest speakers and research.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

Four GCSEs grade 3 including English and maths or a level 1 qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

On completion of this course you could progress on to our Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism or look to secure an apprenticeship.

If you don’t have English and maths at GCSE grade 9-4, you will continue to work towards this as part of your main programme of study.

LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN TRAVEL AND TOURISM

1 year

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

This course will offer a breadth and depth of study relating to the travel industry, incorporating key aspects of knowledge, skills and understanding of the tourism sector. It will provide an in-depth look into the principles of travel and tourism and allow for exploration into careers within this area. This level 3 course will support you developing your knowledge and understanding of the travel and tourism industry. You will learn about the importance of customer service and prepare for a career within the sector. During the course you will be given the opportunity to gain work experience to help boost your skill-set and prepare you for your next steps.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

Four GCSEs grade 4 or above including English and maths or a level 2 qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

On completion of this course you could enter either employment working within airports, travel agents, hotels or tour agencies, or continue with further study on to higher education. This qualification has UCAS points attached, meaning you can progress to study a travel and tourism, travel management or hospitality management related degree.

WHAT CAN I EARN?

Hotel manager Tour manager Travel agent Cabin crew Holiday rep £20,000 - £60,000 £16,000 - £30,000 £14,000 - £40,000 £14,000 - £30,000 Wages Vary

Sourced from the National Careers Service. Correct at time of print.