Level 1 Certificate in Exploring the Aviation Industry

Study Area: 16-18

Duration: 1 Year

Attendance: Full Time

Course Overview

Get a taste of what it’s like to work in aviation with our Level 1 Certificate in Exploring the Aviation Industry. You’ll discover the different career opportunities available across airlines, airports and travel and tourism, while learning how airports operate and how flights connect destinations to the world.

Throughout the course, you’ll build your confidence in customer service, communication and teamwork, developing skills that are valuable across the travel industry. With sessions delivered by lecturers with experience, you’ll gain an insight into the sector and the opportunities it could open up for your future.

You will complete a range of modules including:

The Aviation Industry
Aviation Terminology
Airport Locational Geography
Customer Service in Aviation
Team Work in the Aviation Industry
Preparation for Entry to Employment in the Aviation Industry

Start Date

September 2027

Entry Requirements & Interview Process

Applicants are required to have 4 GCSEs at grade 2 or above including Maths and English.

You will be invited for an interview with a course tutor.

Applicants without the stated entry requirements may still have their application considered. These will be evaluated on individual merit and interviewing staff may introduce an assessment into the interview process to assess applicants’ current level of ability in relation to the course applied for. Applicants in this situation should contact admissions@calderdale.ac.uk

Progression

After completing this course, you can progress onto our Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism.

Career Opportunities
Cabin Crew, Airline Customer Service, Travel Agent, Travel Consultant, Hotel Concierge

Assessment Methods

Throughout this course, you will be assessed through assignments, projects, role plays and case study work. Students will also need to source a 1-week industry placement.