Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to the Travel and Tourism Industry

This qualification is designed for learners that have an interest in the travel industry and its career opportunities. It aims to provide learners with an understanding of the basic principles of the travel industry and allows them to explore the various avenues of work within the travel industry.
Within this subject there is also an award and diploma available, these provide options to learners as to the size of qualification they wish to undertake (the volume of learning), with the diploma being the largest of the three.

What the training covers

Mandatory units:

  • The UK tourism industry
  • Customer service in travel and tourism
  • The UK travel industry
  • Locational Geography
Optional units:
  • Accessible travel and tourism
  • Package travel and tourism products and services
  • Planning for and taking part in a visit
  • Preparing for employment in travel and tourism
  • Promotional materials for travel and tourism
  • Providing information on a tourist destination
  • Recommending holidays to suit customers' needs
  • The role of overseas resort representatives
  • Travel and tourism itineraries
  • UK Travel and tourism destinations
  • Worldwide travel and tourism destinations

Progression

Prerequisites

Qualification Type
Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to the Travel and Tourism Industry Foundation/Introductory

Providers

Provider Type
New College Nottingham College

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