These Level 2 certificates from City and Guilds will provide you with a recognised travel industry qualification. The syllabus is designed to include many of the skills needed to work as a Leisure Travel consultant and includes the Travel Insurance which is a necessity for working consultants.
WHAT WILL I DO
You will study 3 units taken from City & Guilds First Diploma in Travel and Tourism Level 2.
Some units are assessed by the production of a portfolio of evidence and others by an on-line multiple choice examination.
One year as a part-time or as a compulsory supplementary course for BTEC National Diploma in Travel and Tourism students (approx 6 hours a week - during 2011/12 Thursdays 9.15 - 3pm - subject to change in 2012/13) Separate units may be studied, with the following time commitments:
Worldwide travel and tourism destinations: 72 hours
UK travel and tourism destinations: 52 hours
Some units are assessed by the production of a portfolio of evidence and others by an on-line multiple choice examination.
Part time applicants should demonstrate a proven commitment and enthusiasm for the profession and supply a positive reference.
Successful candidates can progress to work in a retail travel agency.
The course fee is £489
Full time Courses are free for those who are under 19 on 31 August of the year they start their course. For others, fees may vary depending on personal circumstances. Please enquire for details.
Textbooks: £40
Where courses last for more than one year, only the first year´s fees are shown.
You can apply for this course by applying online, by filling out an application form from the College prospectus or contact the Information Officer on 01205 313218 for further information.
The Information on this Course Information Sheet is correct at time of print, but can be subject to change at anytime.