Free Level 2 BTEC Travel and Tourism Course in Sheffield. Classes run at CTS Training Sheffield, daytime with flexible study to fit around you. This free BTEC Travel and Tourism course runs for 120 hours and covers the key knowledge and skills the travel and tourism industry looks for. You'll explore destinations, customer service, and how the sector operates. The course is funded by the government through the ESFA. It's a solid starting point if you're looking to move into tourism, hospitality, or related work.
Who this course is for
16-19 Years Old and 19-24 Years Old with an Education, Health Care Plan.
Entry requirements
***RECRUITING NOW for 2026/2027*** - Are you aged 16-19? Or 19-24 with an Education, Health Care Plan, have evidence that you legally reside in the UK, are you a school leaver who didnt quite get the grades when you left school at or before year 11 or sixth form or college? No matter how well you did prior, we can help you get where you want to be on a CTS Study Programme to help you gain the qualifications & confidence you may need for the future.
What you will learn
You'll explore how the travel and tourism industry is structured and how it works.
You'll learn about popular UK and international destinations.
You'll develop customer service skills used in travel and tourism roles.
You'll study how travel and tourism businesses meet customer needs.
You'll look at factors that affect travel choices, including accessibility and sustainability.
You'll build knowledge of travel products, services, and how they are sold.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at CTS Training Sheffield. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Award is assessed through internally assessed assignments rather than written exams. You'll complete tasks and projects that relate to real travel and tourism topics. Your work is marked by your tutors and checked against Pearson Edexcel standards.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CTS Training Sheffield will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel agent, helping customers plan and book holidays
Holiday rep, supporting tourists at UK or overseas destinations
Airport customer service assistant, working with passengers and airlines
Hotel receptionist, front-of-house role in hospitality
Tour operator assistant, supporting the planning and sale of travel packages
Visitor attraction assistant, working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites
What you could study next
BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in Travel and Tourism (Level 3) - the next step if you want to go deeper into the industry or move toward higher education.
Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Management - broadens your options across hotels, events, and tourism.
A Level 3 qualification can also open the door to a university application in tourism, business, or events management.
