About the course

This is a 1 year program which will help you take your first steps towards a career in the Travel, Tourism, or Hospitality industry. You will learn essential skills and qualities such as communication, problem solving, presentation, written along with how to become confident when working within a team or individually. Over the course you will gain experience in practical and academic study which will involve; demonstrations, written work, practical activities, group work and presentations. You will experience through industry guest speakers, trips/visits and events that will enhance your CV and give you the necessary tools to progress into this exciting industry, or onto further study. The next step after completing this course will be to go on to NCFE Level 3 Travel and Tourism

Start Date/s

02/09/2024

Entry Requirements

A minimum of two GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English Language OR Maths. Alternatively - a relevant Level 1 Foundation qualification in a relevant subject at merit grade and a GCSE grade 5 in English Language/Mathematics

Modules

Units to be studied over the year are; Customer Service, An introduction to the Travel and Tourism Industry, Hospitality, Work Experience, Airports and Airlines, Specialist Tourism (please note that these are subject to change)

Assessment

Assessments will take place in a number of ways with and will be either assessed through course work or practical's. Written coursework is assessed through reports, essays, Information posters -leaflets - brochures, training guides, presentations, storyboards, blogs, maps, industry related documentation. The practical assessments take place on a level 2 qualifications are demonstrations, presentations, role plays, meetings, interviews, blogs, work experience - all to be completed in front of an audience, peers, tutors. Taking part in college events can also be used for assessment purposes to ensure you demonstrate the correct skills, knowledge and behaviours required for the industry.

Careers & Progression

On successful completion of this course you may progress to the Level 3 or an Apprenticeship. Careers that this course may lead to include working for an airport or an airline, on a cruise ship, working abroad as a holiday representatives, becoming a travel advisor, working for an events companies or in the hospitality industry. Please note, many positions in Travel and Tourism have a minimum requirement age of 18 years old.

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