Course details

This course is designed for applicants who wish to develop their career prospects within the travel industry. It will offer AMADEUS, IAOT and FETAC Certification. On completion of this course, applicants can apply to third level tourism courses or work directly in the travel industry.

SUPPLEMENTARY TRAINING INCLUDES:

  • IAOT Ready to Book
  • IAOT Ready to Check-in
  • IAOT Ready to Fly
  • IAOT Interview with Confidence

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Leaving Certificate with a minimum of two Grade D Higher or three Grade C Ordinary' is desirable
  • Leaving Certificate Applied with minimum Pass level award
  • Successful completion of interview

PROGRESSION

The full QQI (FETAC) Level 5 Certificate facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third level institutions nationwide. Further details are available from the relevant institutions.

  • Specific progression pathways to WIT are agreed (see page 41).

CERTIFICATION

  • QQI (FETAC) National Vocational Certificate Level 5 - Tourism with Business (5M5011)
  • The International Academy of Travel (IAOT)
  • AMADEUS - Ireland
  • IAOT Certificate in Travel Industry Studies
  • AMADEUS Reservations
  • Endorsed by World Travel Centre FAREBANK
  • Advanced Diploma in Travel Industry Studies (includes AMADEUS)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Work experience placement is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain one day per week work experience for the academic year. The day will be specified by the College.

COURSE CONTENT

  • Tourism Information and Administration
  • Tourism Principles and Practice
  • Customer Service
  • Work Experience
  • Word Processing
  • Travel Agency Service Skills
  • Principles and Practice of Selling
  • Cabin Crew Operations

CAREER PROSPECTS

  • Airlines
  • Airports
  • Travel Agencies
  • Hotels and Cruise Lines
  • Tour Operators
  • Guides
Updated on 08 November, 2015

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