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Free Level 1 Exploring the Aviation Industry Course in Hammersmith and Fulham

CostFREE
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Exploring the Aviation Industry Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith and Fulham College, part-time during the day, over around six months from September to January. You'll study airline operations, customer service, and teamwork, and get hands-on practice in replica facilities including a mock check-in area, security zone, and training cabin. Entry requirements are recommended rather than strict, and the centre will check the course is right for you at enrolment. A great starting point for anyone considering a career in aviation.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

We recommend that you have:

FourGCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and maths​ or Functional Skills English Entry 3 -Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening(a certificate must confirm all four have been achieved) Functional Skills Numeracy/MathsEntry 3

You will also need beginners level IT skills

We will check that the course is right for you at enrolment.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how airlines and airports operate day to day.
  • You'll develop customer service skills for passenger-facing roles.
  • You'll practise check-in, security, and passenger assistance in replica facilities.
  • You'll build teamwork skills relevant to aviation and travel environments.
  • You'll understand the responsibilities involved in delivering service on board and on the ground.
  • You'll build a portfolio of coursework to show employers and colleges what you've achieved.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical activities in replica aviation facilities. Your tutors will mark your work and give you feedback throughout. You'll build a portfolio of coursework as you go. Some mandatory units may be assessed by external exams. The centre will check the course suits you at enrolment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith and Fulham College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need basic IT skills to take part.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cabin crew member: serve passengers on short and long-haul flights.
  • Airport check-in agent: assist passengers at departure desks.
  • Passenger service agent: support travellers through the airport journey.
  • Airport security officer: screen passengers and baggage at security.
  • Travel agent: plan and book travel for customers in an agency setting.
  • Ground handling operative: coordinate aircraft turnaround on the ground.

What you could study next

After this course, you can progress to a Level 2 Cabin Crew Course, which the college offers from February. This takes your aviation knowledge further and focuses specifically on in-flight service and safety. From there, you could look at a Level 3 qualification in Travel and Tourism or a specialist aviation programme to build toward supervisory or specialist roles in the industry.

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