Travel & Tourism
- DTxXX
- Level 5
Course / Programme Co-ordinator: Ms. S. Hand
This one year course/programme is designed to give an overview of the Travel Industry. It should give students the confidence and knowledge to excel in this exciting and challenging industry.
Course Content
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Tourism Awareness
Consultative Selling
Tour Operations
Global Distribution Systems
Word Processing
Customer Service
Communications
Airport Passenger Services
Business Management |
Career Prospects
Students who qualify in this area can pursue a career in:
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Travel Agencies
Airlines
Airports
Tour Operators
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Tourist Office
Reservation Sales Agent
Ground Operations at Airports
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Certification
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC):
Level 5 - Tourism.
Due to ongoing developments in FETAC, award names and content are subject to change.
Higher Education
FETAC graduates are eligible to apply to Institutes of Technology and
Universities for
follow-on courses.
Additional Fees
First Aid: €30
Garda Vetting
Garda Vetting is a requirement on courses / programmes where students / learners have access to children or vulnerable adults. Prior to attending work experience students / learners must be vetted by the Gardai. Students / learners on relevant course/programmes will be issued with Garda Vetting forms by post prior to interviews.
Students / learners who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland / Northern Ireland and for whom Garda Vetting is unavailable are required to provide vetting from the relevant police authorities.
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