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NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism
Ref:
603/4141/5
Sector:
Leisure, Travel and Tourism
Features:
Learning Resources Available, UCAS, Nested Qualification
Registration & certification fee:
£122.00
Level:
Level 3
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
360
TQT:
480
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This qualification has been allocated UCAS points. Please refer to the UCAS website for further details of the points allocation and the most up-to-date information.
What does this qualification cover?
This qualification has been designed to give learners the skills to work in the travel and tourism sector. Learners will gain those skills by successfully completing the units required.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above.
The qualification is designed for learners who want to go on to higher level studies or into a relevant Travel and Tourism role, and is suitable for use within a Study Programme.
This qualification is part of a nested suite:
• NCFE Level 3 Introductory Certificate in Travel and Tourism (603/4140/3)
• NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism (603/4141/5)
• NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism (601/7934/X)
• NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism (601/7935/1)
• NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism (601/7936/3)
• NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism: Aviation (603/4141/5/AVI)
• NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Aviation (601/7934/X/AVI)
• NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Aviation (601/7935/1/AVI)
• NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Aviation (601/7936/3/AVI)
Centres are responsible for ensuring that these qualifications are appropriate for the age and ability of learners. They need to make sure that learners can fulfil the requirements of the assessment criteria and comply with the relevant literacy, numeracy and health and safety aspects of these qualifications.
How is it assessed?
Internally assessed and externally quality assured
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
If learners choose to complete the unit ‘Work experience in travel and tourism (J/507/8489)’ they will need to complete a placement/work experience.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
• degree in Travel and Tourism
• degree in Tour Management
• degree in International Tourist Management
• degree in Hospitality Managements
• Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
Learners may wish to apply for job roles in the following sectors/areas:
• travel and tourism
• leisure
• hospitality
• catering
• management
Support materials
Mandatory qualification information
Qualification specification (PDF | 1660 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 713 KB)
Additional qualification information
Qualification factsheet (PDF | 80 KB)
Learner overview (PDF | 81 KB)
Letters of endorsement/support
Letter of support - Bridgend College (PDF | 59 KB)
Grading information
Using UMS to calculate qualification grades (PDF | 126 KB)
Support Handbook
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Teaching materials
Unit breakdown
Mandatory units
The UK Travel and Tourism Industry (H/507/8483)
Customer Service in Travel and Tourism (K/507/8484)
Preparing for a Career in Travel and Tourism (M/507/8485)
Optional units
Travel and Tourism Destinations (T/507/8486)
UK Visitor Attractions (A/507/8487)
Hospitality in Travel and Tourism (F/507/8488)
Work Experience in Travel and Tourism (J/507/8489)
UK Tour Operations (A/507/8490)
Travel Agency Operations (F/507/8491)
The UK Conference and Event Industry (J/507/8492)
Marketing for Travel and Tourism (L/507/8493)
UK Passenger Transport Industry (R/507/8494)
Resort Representative Roles and Responsibilities (T/507/8505)
Investigating Airline Cabin Crew (Y/507/8495)
UK Airports (D/507/8496)
Worldwide Passenger Airlines (H/507/8497)
The Cruise Industry (K/507/8498)
UK Heritage Tourist Attractions (M/507/8499)
Responsible Tourism (Y/507/8500)
Specialist Tourism (D/507/8501)
Business Travel (H/507/8502)
Storytelling for Tourism (K/507/8503)
Tour Guiding (M/507/8504)
Flight Operations (D/650/2645)
Airport Terminal Operations (F/650/2646)
Airport Ground Operations (J/650/2648)
Commercial Operations of Airports and Airlines (K/650/2649)
Aviation Communications (R/650/2650)
Leadership and Human Resources (Y/650/2652)
Health, Safety and Security in Aviation (D/650/2654)