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Travel and Tourism: An Introduction

Edinburgh College

Venues

Granton Campus

Content

This course has been designed to give you an excellent introduction to the travel and tourism industry. This is an interactive and practical course designed to enhance your knowledge of tourist destinations and the different roles you could work in. Develop your excellent customer service skills as you discover dynamic employability skills and enhance your career prospects. This course ensures you are well prepared for further studies in this area which could lead to an exciting career in this growing sector. Edinburgh College has state-of-the-art facilities, including an aircraft classroom and airport check-in facilities for you to gain hands-on experience in the industry.

Content:

Skills for Tour Guiding; Working as Air Cabin Crew; UK Tourist Destinations; First Aid in Aviation; Delivering Customer Excellence; Communication and Numeracy Skills.

Entry Requirements

5 subjects at National 4 including English and Maths. Entry subject to interview.

Progression Routes

NC Travel and Tourism at SCQF Level 6

Start Date

August

Qualification

Other

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

20 weeks

Department

Travel and Tourism

SCQF Level

5