Free Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Kettering. Classes run full-time at Tresham College Kettering Campus, five days a week during the day. Over one year, you'll study the travel and tourism industry in depth, covering destinations, customer service, marketing, and how travel businesses operate. This level 3 travel and tourism qualification gives you the knowledge and skills employers in the sector look for. It can also open doors to higher education in tourism, hospitality, or business.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll explore major tourist destinations and what makes them appeal to different travellers.
You'll study how travel and tourism businesses are structured and how they operate.
You'll develop customer service skills relevant to the travel industry.
You'll learn how tourism is marketed and how travel products are sold.
You'll examine the impact of tourism on local communities and the environment.
You'll investigate current trends shaping the global travel industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Tresham College Kettering Campus. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, projects, and coursework completed throughout the year. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your knowledge and skills across the qualification. There are no formal written exams, so your progress is assessed continuously as you work through each unit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Kettering Campus 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
Airline customer service agent, working at airports or check-in
Tour operator assistant, putting together travel packages
Tourist information officer, advising visitors in your area
Events coordinator, organising travel-related or hospitality events
Cruise line crew member, working in guest services on board
What you could study next
A Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Travel and Tourism or Hospitality Management, for a deeper specialist qualification.
A degree in Tourism Management, Hospitality, or Business, recognised by UK universities for entry with a Level 3 qualification.
A CIPD qualification if you move into HR roles within a large travel or hospitality employer.
