Full Time BTEC Certificate in Preparation for Cabin Crew Service

BTEC Certificate in Preparation for Cabin Crew Service
Course Length: 1 Year
Site: West Durrington Campus
Attendance: Full time
Course Code: FFCCRY

The Course
This course is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in the aviation industry as air cabin crew or ground operations. The course can be used as a stepping stone to our other courses at Level 3. This course is designed to prepare the student for later employment in the airline industry.

Course Content
The Certificate consists of four cabin crew specialist units:

• Aviation industry
• Cabin crew working environment
• People skills and sales
• Health, safety and security

The programme also includes the following:

• Airports and passengers
• Employability skills
• Introduction to the travel, tourism and aviation industry
• Travel destinations
• Hospitality - Food and Beverage Level 2
• Food Hygiene Certificate
• Beauty - VTCT Make Up and Manicure Level 2
• First Aid at Work
• Wet drill
• Smoke and fire evacuation
• Conversational Spanish

The units are delivered by specialist tutors who have a wealth of experience within the aviation and travel and tourism industry and who are able to guide students towards achievement of their career aspirations.
During the course students have the opportunity to observe first hand the operational functions of airports and airlines - local, regional and internationally.
Students are expected to purchase black suits and the Aviation Academy scarf to be worn for cabin crew and hospitality duties. Students are expected to contribute towards the cost of visits and are responsible for their own stationery and books.

Assessment/Exams
The course is assessed by an assignment programme for each unit. Evidence for assessment is varied and reflects industry standards. Students produce a variety of written work, eg reports, information packs and portfolios. Students participate in presentations and role play and these are assessed by both tutors and industry specialists.

Progression/Career Path
Students can progress onto the Level 3 programmes or directly into employment as air cabin crew.

Entry Requirements
Qualifications Required
Four GCSEs at grade D-G, including English and Maths or Level 1 qualification with tutor recommendation or Foundation Diploma in a relevant subject.

Additional Entry Criteria
Min/max height restrictions apply for cabin crew. A good level of personal presentation and communication skills.

Experience Required
No experience is required.

Interview
Yes

Applications
Complete the application form obtainable from the College and send it to:

Admissions Office
Northbrook College
Freepost 975
Littlehampton Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN12 6NU

Further Details
If you would like further information about this course or any other courses offered by Northbrook College.