Tourism & Business Level 1

Key Details

Available at:
Rhos-on-Sea
Study Mode:
Full-time
Course Length:
1 year

Tourism & Business Level 1

Courses for School Leavers

Coleg Llandrillo, Rhos-on-Sea

Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.

Course Description

Are you looking to start a career in travel and tourism?

This course provides you with an introduction to the travel and tourism sector. You will learn the essential skills of the industry, preparing you for further study or a starting point for your career.

Entry Criteria

You must have an interest in the travel and tourism industry and business
You must be enthusiastic and motivated
You must have good social and communication skills
You must be prepared to develop good customer service skills
Places on the programme are subject to successful interview

Delivery

The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:

Lectures
Discussions and tutorials
Group work
Outside visits
Visiting speakers
Case studies
Work experience
Virtual learning environment Google Classroom

Your programme will include a combination of:

Essential Skills qualifications and/or
GCSE resits

Essential Skills

This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills

GCSE resits

This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.

Maths & Welsh/English

If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.

Assessment

The programme will be assessed through a blend of the following:

Portfolio work
Coursework and assignments
Projects
Group work
Presentations

Progression

Completion of this course will provide a range of options in employment and education. You will have gained introductory industry skills and qualities, allowing you to work towards a range of careers, either directly or after further training. This includes employment in local and regional tourism organisations, the national attractions market and the conference and events market, as well as overseas roles with airlines, resorts and tour operators.

You may be able to progress onto a Level 2 qualification, in travel and tourism or another subject.