Will the course give me what I want? Course content Are you a people person? Are you fascinated by the tourism industry? Do you like to experience new cultures? Travel and tourism is a rapidly changing industry that requires employees with an enthusiastic approach to people. The industry is about working hard and playing hard, with good incentives. This is a two-year course for students who have the enthusiasm to work with people from all walks of life and possibly get the chance to travel as part of your job. Whether you would like to go straight to work within the industry or progress to higher education, this course can prepare you for both. The course provides students with the opportunity to go on educational visits and to participate on a residential visit. Outline of skills and knowledge Units included in the course are: Customer Service within the Travel & Tourism industry The Cruise Sector Long Haul Destinations The appeal and Importance of UK Visitor Attractions Handling Air Passengers Tour Operations Holiday Reps Residential Study Visits Business Hospitality Sustainable Tourism European Travel Market Work Experience Special Interest Tourism Investigating Travel and Tourism UK as a destination What have students who have taken this course in the past progressed to? The course prepares you for to either work within the industry or progress to higher education. You will receive support from the college to apply to university. How will I learn? Through a combination of theory and practical work e.g. Customer Service
Name: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism Qualification title: Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment You will be expected to complete coursework in order to gain the qualification. You will be finding out about how the Travel and Tourism industry is made up and how it functions. Most of the units are assessed internally by means of assignments, which are based on practical "hands on" tasks taught in the context of real jobs and careers in the Travel sector. This gives you the chance to explore the opportunities offered in that sector, and to acquire appropriate vocational skills. All of the assignments are externally moderated by Edexcel and an overall grade of a Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction will be awarded upon completion of the course. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20131120 11:41:40 Updated 20131120 11:43:29
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Title: Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism (QCF) Qualification: Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism (QCF) Classification: Leisure, Travel and Tourism