Hospitality & Tourism with Cabin Crew Studies
Tourism is one of the main industries experiencing rapid growth in Ireland and graduates from this course will be well equipped to work in this fast paced sector. A wide range of exciting opportunities await for graduates from becoming a cabin crew member to working in a travel agency or as a tour guide.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Standard minimum entry requirements on all courses
• Applicants must be 17+ years of age on entry to the course.
• Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award is essential.
• Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+.
• Competent written and spoken English required.
• Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
• A QQI Level 5 award is a prerequisite to access a Level 6 programme.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Graduates progress to employment in various areas including:
Cabin Crew Member | Passenger Service Agent | Airport Security | Travel Agent | Tour Guide | Holiday Representative | Tourist Office | Reservations Agent | Hotel Receptionist
50% of 2018 Graduates had secured industry specific employment before finishing the course
Progression to degrees
DkIT | Event Management| Level 7
GMIT| Hotel & Catering Management | Level 7
TU Dublin | Tourism Marketing | Level 8
NUI Galway | Arts (History) | Level 8
LYIT | Hospitality and Tourism | Level 7
WIT | Tourism Marketing | Level 8
Further information
PLC Courses begin in September 2026.
Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+.
A mature applicant route is available for those who don’t meet the minimum educational requirements. To qualify, you must be aged 23 or over on January 1st of the year the course starts. We look forward to meeting at monthly Mature Student Coffee Meetings.
New Low Course Fees for 2026
All courses now have a low course registration fee of €30. Make sure to confirm your place on a course by paying your registration fee.
PLC MAINTENANCE GRANT (SUSI)
SUSI grants are available to eligible students attending full-time approved courses at OFI. Please visit www.susi.ie for eligibility criteria.
BACK TO EDUCATION ALLOWANCE (BTEA)
BTEA allows qualifying persons getting certain social welfare payments to get a back to education payment while participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
SOLAS FUND FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
FSD provides funding to support students with disabilities, learning difficulties, medical conditions and special needs attending further education courses. To access supports, students are required to declare their disability and provide documentation confirming their additional need. This fund is administered by SOLAS and is disbursed on the basis of applications made by OFI on behalf of qualifying students
Laptop Loan Scheme
All students can apply for the laptop loan scheme. This provides students with the use of a high specification device for the duration of the academic year for a very low refundable deposit. This scheme ensures students have access to a digital device and the opportunity for success.
Sports Scholarships
How to Apply
Students who wish to be considered for a Sports Scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year must complete an online Application Form in October 2026. Application forms will be available on our of.ie website. For any further information please contact Martin Corey on the email below.
Email: mcorey.ofi@lmetb.ie
Interviews are held in March/ May/August with places offered on a first come basis
Course Description
This course will expand the learner’s knowledge and skills in these exciting industries. Hospitality and Event Management is one of the fastest growing industries all over the world. Event Management involves planning and ensuring that special events run smoothly and includes both small events and those on a large scale such as festivals, concerts and conferences. Hospitality is most commonly associated with Hotels but also includes careers in entertainment venues, restaurants, bare and casual dining, event management and contract catering.
Certification: 5M2083 QQI Level 5 Hospitality Operations.
Tourism Principles & Practice
Tourism Information & Administration
Communications
Work Experience
Customer Service
Reception & Frontline Office Skills
Safety & Health at Work
Cabin Crew Operations
Word Processing
Ready for Take Off
5M2083 - Hospitality Operations
Certification
5M5011 QQI Level 5 Tourism with Business
IAOT Certificate in International Travel Industry Studies
Ó Fiaich Institute of FE
Dublin Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth, A91 WK75
Tel: 042 933 1398
Email: info@ofi.ie