Tourism & E-Travel (Level 5)
Overview
This one year course focuses on the necessary skills required for all of the sectors in the Travel and Tourism industry. During this course the student will develop the training skills needed in both practical and theoretical areas, including travel agency, airline crew and reception. These skills are required in order to succeed in this exciting sector. The course is designed to provide students with the up-to-date IT skills needed. Certification is achieved through FETAC and International bodies. The course welcomes applicants of all ages. Progression to a second year is available to attain FETAC level 6 award and further International Certification.
Course Handbook
Tourism and E-Travel FETAC Level 5
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits
Course Outline
- Communications
- Cultural Studies
- Customer Service
- Languages: French or Spanish (beginner and advanced)
- Irish Culture
- Reception Office skills
- Tourism Travel Services
- Tourism Awareness
- Travel Geography
- Word Processing
- Work Experience
- Fares and Ticketing (international: City and Guilds)
Duration
One year full time with progressing to FETAC Level 6 Click here for details>>>>
Assessment
Projects and Continuous Assessment
Aural Examinations
Skills Demonstration
End-of-year practical and written examinations
Certification
FETAC (NCVA) – Tourism, Level 5, DTXXX
TTC IATA Airfares & Ticketing
Galileo Certificate
ABTAC Travel Geography
ABTAC Travel Services
CERT Certificate
First Aid Certificate
Progression
On successful conclusion of level 5 Award students may progress to Level 6 Tourism/Travel Award DTXXX
The Tourism and E-Travel Course has a formal agreement with the CIT College facilitating our students entry directly to the first year of their respective degree courses
Students can also apply to a range of Higher Education Institutions through the Higher Education Links Scheme
