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NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism
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Explore the world of travel and tourism with our NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma. Gain essential knowledge and skills to kickstart your career in this dynamic industry. Perfect for aspiring professionals seeking a comprehensive foundation.
This qualification is only available to learners in England and Northern Ireland.
NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism
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About This Course
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the travel and tourism sector with the NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma. This online course covers essential topics such as industry operations, marketing strategies, and customer service excellence.
Ideal for those seeking a career in travel and tourism, the course equips you with practical skills and knowledge to succeed in this dynamic industry. Study at your own pace and boost your professional prospects today.
Course Benefits
- Enhances understanding of the tourism sector.
- Equips learners for employment or further study.
- Builds planning and organisational abilities.
- Addresses essential industry functions.
Course Units
Qualification Title: NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism
Qualification Number: 601/7934/X
Total Qualification Time (TQT): 720 hours
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 540 hours
To achieve this qualification you will complete 4 mandatory units and 5 optional units. The optional units below are the ones we deliver, so there is nothing for you to choose.
Mandatory Units
Unit 1: The UK Travel and Tourism Industry (NCFE Unit 01, H/507/8483)
Unit 2: Customer Service in Travel and Tourism (NCFE Unit 02, K/507/8484)
Unit 3: Preparing for a Career in Travel and Tourism (NCFE Unit 03, M/507/8485)
Unit 4: Travel and Tourism Destinations (NCFE Unit 04, T/507/8486)
Optional Units
Unit 5: UK Visitor Attractions (NCFE Unit 05, A/507/8487)
Unit 6: UK Tour Operations (NCFE Unit 08, A/507/8490)
Unit 7: Travel Agency Operations (NCFE Unit 09, F/507/8491)
Unit 8: Hospitality in Travel and Tourism (NCFE Unit 06, F/507/8488)
Unit 9: Marketing for Travel and Tourism (NCFE Unit 11, L/507/8493)
Assessment
This course is assessed through coursework and assignments, which are submitted online via our learner management system. Your expert assessor will mark your work and provide guidance throughout the programme. There is no mandatory placement required. Some units include short role-play and mock-interview activities with your tutor, which can be completed remotely. There are no formal entry requirements, though prior Level 2 study may be beneficial.
Required Knowledge
There are no formal entry requirements.
However, previous study at Level 2 may be helpful.
Awarding Body
Upon completing your course, you will receive a certificate from NCFE, a respected educational charity with over 170 years’ experience.
Support
From the guidance of our personal tutors whose industry experience can help to support and mentor your studies, to our comprehensive study guide and course materials; from day one we will go above and beyond to help you succeed in your studies. With twelve months tutor support, you have the option of completing in as little as six months, or using the full twelve months.
You too can take advantage of the extensive knowledge base of our personal tutors and use their experiences to get all of your questions answered. Similarly, our student support team are readily available to lend you their advice and guidance as they help you to decipher your course materials and answer your questions.
Only one click away, you can trust that help will be there when you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a question that our team are often asked, there are many reasons but here are the main reasons to choose Association of Learning:
- No hidden charges – the course price covers everything from tutoring to certification. For GCSEs and A Levels, exam centre fees are paid separately (and we’ll contribute towards them).
- Our average tutor marking time is 3 working days (most providers are 10+).
- Our customers have rated us ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.
- Our courses are up to date. Many providers create course content and fail to keep it up to date.
- We are open later than any other home learning provider.
- As many submissions as you need to complete, many providers cap how many times you can submit work.
- All courses are fully endorsed by external awarding organisations.
- 14 day money back guarantee or course switch.
If you need any more reasons to choose Association of Learning, contact our team!
You have 12 months to complete your course, however you can complete at a faster pace without any additional costs. Some of our students have managed to complete in as little as 6 months!
This is a government-regulated qualification, with certification provided by an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.
There are two payment options, pay in full for your course or monthly. Our monthly payment option allows you to spread the cost of your course over a number of months.
If you choose to pay using a payment plan, to apply you must be able to answer yes to the following:
- Your billing address is based in the UK
- You have a UK based bank account
- Bill payer must be 18 or above.
No, this is a distance learning course, which means your assessments will be submitted and marked using our online LMS (Learner Management System).
Unlike other providers, Association of Learning uses a fast-track system. Your digital certificate is issued by the Awarding Organisation and then forwarded directly to your inbox by our team.
While the official timeframe is six weeks, our students typically receive their digital credentials within two weeks.
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