This qualification is designed for learners who want to go on to further learning at level 3 or into a relevant travel and tourism role. It is particularly relevant for those aged 16 - 18 undertaking a large programme of full-time study, but it is also relevant to adult learners who maybe changing career or entering a new industry. The course id delivered by lecturers who have many years' of industry related experience and qualifications that will support and encourage a passion for travel and tourism.
Customer Service in Travel & Tourism, the UK Travel and Tourism Industry which are the mandatory units and additional units of study could include, Travel & Tourism Destinations, UK Coastal Tourism, Introduction to Guided Tours, Career Planning for Travel and Tourism, Understanding Specialist Tourism. Learners will also study Essential Skills or GCSE resit programme in English or Maths.
4 GCSEs Grades A* - D. English Language and/or Maths (or equivalent) desirable or relevant Level 1 Diploma in Travel and Tourism.
“The whole experience is just great! I know there is a lot of help available to me, there's people i can speak to and programmes like the Career Ready programme, my tutors have got lots of experience in the workplace.”
Learners are able to progress onto a level 3 programme of study or enter the travel and tourism industry.