Full Time BTEC National Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Full Time BTEC National Diploma in Travel and Tourism

COURSE TITLE: BTEC National Diploma in Travel and Tourism
COURSE CODE: 1b112-09
DAYS & TIMES: Various during the week

WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?
On this course you will investigate the travel and tourism industries, looking at retail travel, tour operators and tourist destinations. You will develop the skills you need for future employment or higher education, plus develop an understanding of customer service, business and marketing.

In addition to the BTEC units you will also undertake both the theory and practical skills associated with both
Airline Cabin Crew and Overseas Representatives.

WHAT DO I NEED?
WHAT ARE MY COMMITMENTS?
You will need to attend classes for approximately 20 hours per week. In addition you will need to spend 6 - 8 hours per week on coursework at home or in college. You will need to complete assignments to set deadlines, participate in visits and represent the college in a work placement.
COURSE CONTENT
This is an 18 unit qualification equivalent to 3 A levels (2 years) and includes units on:

The Travel and Touris Industry
Tour Operations
The Businesses of Tourism
Marketing
Tourist destinations
Visitor attractions
Customer service & working in the travel industry
Retail Travel - Travel Agencies
Holiday Representatives
Passenger Transport Operations
Preparing for Employment in the Travel Industry
Cruise Sector

You will also study towards Professional Certificates including:

City & Guilds Travel Destinations level 1, 2 & 3
NCFE Level 2 qualification in Airline Cabin Crew
NCFE level 2 qualification in Overseas representatives

On your course you will have a tutorial period which is designed to support your learning and assist your progress. In addition there are activities to enrich your experience, including visits, work experience and a residential.

The College is committed to you studying for national qualifications in Maths, English and ICT within your vocational course. This will help you get the most out of your work, education and everyday life.

WHAT WILL I ACHIEVE?
You will gain a BTEC National Diploma in Travel and Tourism and a Certificate in Functional Skills, as well as professionally recognised qualifications such as Travel Destinations level 1 & 2 and NCFE Overseas representative & Airline Cabin Crew.
You will also complete a programme of Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT. These Functional Skills are an essential requirement for employment progression, higher education and other further education courses.

WHAT WILL IT COST ME?
1b112-09 Course fees 0 16-18 year olds, 36(19) 19 years and over

1b112-09 2nd year fees 0 16-18 year olds, 43(23) 19 years and over

Course fees are payable on enrolment. Costs shown in brackets are for those on income-based benefits. Refunds are not normally available.

WHAT ADDITIONAL COSTS ARE THERE?
Atlas 20
Exam Fees 90 (50 approximately for Travel Destinations)
Residential costs 150

WHAT CAN I DO AFTERWARDS?
You can go into employment; typical jobs have recently been Business Travel Advisers and Customer Service Executives in the travel industry.
Alternatively Higher Education is a popular option for many students, particularly the following courses:
Tourism Management and Foundation Degrees in Travel and Tourism.