Travel and Tourism BTEC Extended Certificate Level 2

Course

In Colchester

£ 916.72 + VAT

*Indicative price

Original amount in USD:

$ 1,159

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Colchester

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The fast-expanding leisure, travel and tourist sectors offers learners the opportunity to find employment in a wide spectrum of career opportunities, from travel agencies to holiday reps, whilst working in a fast-paced and exciting industry.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Colchester (Essex)
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Sheepen Road, CO3 3LL

Start date

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About this course


4 GCSEs (grades A*-E) including English and maths at grade D; Geography GCSE would be an advantage, and an interview.
                        

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Tourism
  • Travel Tourism
  • Travel and Tourism
  • Industry
  • Full Time
  • Skills and Training
  • Team Training

Course programme



DID YOU KNOW?

Since 2010 tourism has been the fastest growing sector in the UK in employment terms. Britain is forecast to have a tourism industry worth over £257 billion by 2025.

Source: Visit Britain


The fast-expanding leisure, travel and tourist sectors offers learners the opportunity to find employment in a wide spectrum of career opportunities, from travel agencies to holiday reps, whilst working in a fast-paced and exciting industry.


The Level 2 Extended Certificate is a flexible course programme that gives a broad introduction that not only explores the various career pathways but also introduces the key skills required to not only attract, but expand the customer base, which are needed in order to succeed in this customer-focused industry


You will complete assignments, designed to develop your skills and knowledge, supported by class-based activities, presentations, lectures and tutorials. In addition to the units that comprise your main study programme, you will also engage in GEM and GAP activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.



Course Content
Travel and Tourism Extended Certificate Core modules include:

  • The UK Travel and Tourism Sector

  • UK Travel and Tourism Destinations

  • Delivering the Travel and Tourism Customer Experience


Additional qualifications may be available.



Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs (grades A*-E) including English and maths at grade D; Geography GCSE would be an advantage, and an interview.



Career Opportunities

There is a range of careers from immediate employment as a junior in a variety of travel industry organisations.



Course Progression

Travel Services College Diploma Level 3, or an NVQ Level 3 in Leisure and Tourism could also be an option.






How To Apply


Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:








Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL









Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN








If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.



Applying for a Full-Time course


Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.




You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:





Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)




Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.















Travel and Tourism BTEC Extended Certificate Level 2

£ 916.72 + VAT

*Indicative price

Original amount in USD:

$ 1,159