Travel & Tourism - Advanced

Limerick College of Further Education

 

Course Name Travel & Tourism - Advanced
Course Provider Limerick College of Further Education
Alternative Provider(s) Limerick & Clare ETB
Course Code 6M5012 ATTX
Course Type PLC Post Leaving Cert
Qualifications
Award NameNFQ ClassificationAwarding BodyNFQ Level
Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)  More info... Major QQI Level 6 NFQ
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Attendance Options Full time, Daytime
Location (Districts) Limerick City
Course Content This 1 year, full time programme is targeting those who already have a FETAC Level 5 award, preferably DTXXX Tourism and Travel Services. The focus of the programme is on managing tourism operations and marketing tourism, It is an ideal course for those interested in working in the wholesale or retail tourism, travel, leisure or hospitality industries.
FET Code 6M5012 - Tourism with Business
Duration 1 year
Comment Award
QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Tourism with Business 6M5012
Course Fee There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration fees, examination fees, and for some courses, materials fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview.
Financial Support Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.Learnerfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary.
Interview Interviews will be held in May and places will be offered at that stage. Interviews will also be held in late August to fill anyremaining places. Therefore, early application is advisable.
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Application Fee Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment.
Subjects Taught Typical Modules

Consultative Selling
Communications
Tour Operations
Travel Geography
GDS (Global Distribution Systems) Galileo
Retail Travel Management
Word Processing, Level 6
Airport Passenger Service
Business Management
e-Business
Sales Presentation
Work Experience*
Customer Service

*Learners will undertake a full two-week work placement in an appropriate setting.
Entry Requirements • Applicants must hold a QQI Level 5 Award in the chosen area.

• Mature learners (over 23) or persons displaying ability in this area may be exempt from the above academic requirements.

• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview.
Careers or Further Progression Employment / Progression Opportunities
• Direct employment both at supervisory and managerial levels in the Travel and Tourism industry, e.g. Tour Operator, Travel Agency, Cabin Crew, Airport Ground Operations, Resort/Spa Manager, Cruise Operations and Reservations Agent.

• Progression to Higher Education is an option. Institutes of Technology (IOT’s) around the country are offering degree programmes to FETAC applicants. Visit www.qqi.ie
Further Enquiries Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie