Part Two - Yeovil College

Travel & TourismBTEC Diploma (Level 2)Travel & TourismBTEC Diploma (Level 3)Travel & Tourism (Fast Track)This course is designed to help you buildyour understanding of the operations of theTravel & Tourism industry and the skillsand knowledge to work in the sector.There is a great emphasis on developingwork-related skills and you will be encouragedto improve your abilities in all areas througha variety of tasks and practical work.Areas covered include customer service,employability skills, travel & tourism supportservices, promotion & sales, worldwidedestinations, UK destinations and matchingpackage holidays to customers.Entry RequirementsYou need two GCSEs at grade C or above and acommitment to your studies.Course ExpensesRecommended trips – approximately £100.Trips/ResidentialThere are a variety of trips which help you complete severalunits. You may also have the opportunity to go on aresidential with the Level 3 students, but this is optional.Previous destinations include China, Africa and Morocco.Work ExperienceYou are encouraged to undertake a work placement in arelevant industry.Career Prospects/ProgressionUpon completion of this course, you can either apply foremployment in the Travel & Tourism industry or continueyour training with a Level 3 Travel & Tourism course.This course also prepares you for a gap year to work andtravel to extend your understanding of the sector.This one year, fast track course is designedto help you enhance your understanding ofthe operations of the Travel & Tourismindustry and the skills and knowledge to workin the sector. There is a great emphasis ondeveloping work-related skills and you willbe encouraged to improve your abilities inall areas through a variety of practical work.You will complete two weeks’ workexperience in a relevant field. The coursecovers areas including business, customerservice, UK destinations, marketing, handlingair passengers, European destinations,tour operations, working as a holiday rep,sustainable tourism, the cruise industry &events, conferences and exhibitions.Entry RequirementsFor this fast track course, you need five GCSEs at grade Cor above, including English Language, and a commitmentto your studies.Course ExpensesRecommended trips – approximately £150. Residential –up to £1000 depending upon destination.Trips/ResidentialThere are a variety of trips which help you complete severalunits. A residential may be available during the course.Previous destinations include China, Africa and Morocco.Work ExperienceYou will undertake a two week work placement in arelevant industry.Career Prospects/ProgressionUpon completion of this course, you can either apply foremployment in the Travel & Tourism sector or continueyour training with one of the variety of higher qualificationsavailable. This course also prepares you for a gap year towork and travel to extend your understanding of the industry.84For further information call 01935 423921 or visit www.yeovil.ac.uk. Information correct at time of print.