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BTEC Level 3 Aviation Operations Course in Waltham Forest

Cost£5,421.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Aviation Operations Course in Waltham Forest. Classes run at Waltham Forest College Forest Road, full-time during the day.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers the knowledge and skills needed for aviation and travel operations. You'll study topics including passenger services, aviation safety, airport operations, and the principles of travel and tourism. The course runs over 36 weeks. To join, you'll need a Merit in a relevant Level 2 qualification, or GCSEs at grade 4 or above including maths and English. There's also an informal interview and assessment.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC 90-Credit Diploma in Aviation Operations at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This qualification is suitable for learners interested in working in travel and tourism and especially in planning events. It provides an overview of the skills required for successful event planning and organisation.

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for this course are:

  • Merit in relevant Level 2 qualification, or;
  • GCSEs Grades 4 (C) or above including maths and English;
  • Informal interview and assessment.

If required, you will study GCSE or Functional Skills English and/or maths alongside your course so you can progress onto the next level.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how airports and airlines operate day to day.
  • You'll study passenger services and the customer experience in aviation.
  • You'll learn about aviation safety procedures and regulations.
  • You'll develop knowledge of travel and tourism principles.
  • You'll examine how events and operations are planned and coordinated.
  • You'll build understanding of the commercial side of the aviation industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the college. Assessment is through assignments and project work rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the course. If you need to strengthen your maths or English, you can study GCSE or Functional Skills alongside the main qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Waltham Forest College Forest Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cabin crew member, working on passenger flights for an airline.
  • Airport customer service agent, assisting passengers at check-in or gates.
  • Ground operations agent, coordinating aircraft turnaround and logistics.
  • Travel consultant, planning and booking trips for customers.
  • Airport operations coordinator, supporting day-to-day airport functions.
  • Airline reservations agent, managing bookings and passenger queries.

What you could study next

  • HND in Travel and Tourism Management, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to move into management roles in aviation or travel.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Aviation Management, for deeper specialist knowledge of the industry.
  • Airline-specific cabin crew training programmes, which build on this qualification for those pursuing a cabin crew role directly.
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