National Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Hospitality, Sport, Leisure and Public Services - Leisure and Travel
National Diploma in Travel and Tourism(2010/2011)
Study Method:
Attendance at the College is three days per week over two years. Completion of presentation assignments, portfolio, project work, discussion groups and private study. Students also undertake both domestic and mandatory overseas study trips.
Duration :Attendance over two years - three days per week
Who the Course is For:
Applications are welcome from those who wish to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in the Travel & Tourism Industry. A sound educational background together with appropriate personal qualities is also essential in the highly competitive Travel and Toursim Industry.
All potential students are invited to call into the College for one of our regular informal fact-finding sessions about this course.
Assessment:
Written and practical on-course assignments are assessed continuously over the 2 years study period by various methods. There will be an externally set assignment covering 2 units.
Course Leads To:
This qualification provides the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required to obtain employment in Travel & Tourism organisations. It also provides a progression route to higher education and university.
Entry Requirements:
You will need to be at least 16 years old. Normally we would expect candidates to have 4 GCSEs at C grade or above to include English Language.
Content:
18 Units from:
* Investigating Travel and Tourism
* The Business of Travel and Tourism
* The UK as a Destination
* Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
* Marketing Travel & Tourism Products and Services
* Preparing for employment in the Travel and Tourism industry
* The European Travel Market
* Long-haul Travel Destinations
* Retail and Business Travel Operations
* Investigating the Cruise Sector
* Sustainable Tourism Development
* Tour Operations
* Roles and Responsibilities of Holiday Representatives
* Events, Conferences and Exhibitions
* The appeal and importance of UK visitor attractions
* Hospitality Operations in Travel and Tourism
* Work experience in the Travel and Tourism Industry
* Residential Study Visit
* Handling Air Passangers
* Current Issues in Travel and Tourism
Other qualifications that may be offered together with this qualification:
*Welcome Host
*Resort Reps Certificate
*Spanish
*Comunication key skills