NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism
Ref:
601/7936/3
Sector:
Leisure, Travel and Tourism
Features:
Teaching materials available UCAS Nested qualification
Registration & certification fee:
£224.00
Level:
Level 3
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
1080
TQT:
1440
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About this qualification
This qualification is part of the Level 3 Travel and Tourism suite of qualifications and is designed to give learners the skills to work in the travel and tourism sector. It offers breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge, skills and understanding, and provides opportunities to acquire a number of practical and work-related skills.
Learners will gain those skills by successfully completing the required mandatory and optional units.
This qualification will also enable progression to further studies.
Nested qualification
This qualification is part of a nested suite:
- NCFE Level 3 Introductory Certificate in Travel and Tourism (603/4140/3)
- NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism (603/4141/5)
- NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism (601/7934/X)
- NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism (601/7935/1)
- NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism (601/7936/3)
- NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism: Aviation (603/4141/5/AVI)
- NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Aviation (601/7934/X/AVI)
- NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Aviation (601/7935/1/AVI)
- NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Aviation (601/7936/3/AVI)
- NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism: Hospitality (603/4141/5/HOS)
- NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Hospitality (601/7934/X/HOS)
- NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Hospitality (601/7935/1/HOS)
- NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism: Hospitality (601/7936/3/HOS).
Centres are responsible for ensuring that these qualifications are appropriate for the age and ability of learners. They need to make sure that learners can fulfil the requirements of the assessment criteria and comply with the relevant literacy, numeracy and health and safety aspects of these qualifications.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed for learners who want to go on to higher level studies or into a relevant travel and tourism role.
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above.
What are the entry requirements?
Learners should have already achieved a level 2 travel and tourism qualification, or equivalent, or have some experience/understanding of the subject area.
How is this qualification structured?
This qualification is made up of 3 mandatory units from the introductory certificate, the mandatory travel and tourism pathway unit and 14 optional units from the 33 available optional units.
How is it assessed?
Internally assessed and externally quality assured.
How long will it take to complete this qualification?
This qualification has a total qualification time (TQT) of 1440 hours and features 1080 guided learning hours (GLH).
Is employment or completion of work/industry placement required for this qualification?
If learners choose to complete the unit Work experience in travel and tourism (J/507/8489) they will need to complete a placement/work experience.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
- degree in Travel and Tourism
- degree in Tour Management
- degree in International Tourist Management
- degree in Hospitality Management
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
Learners may wish to apply for job roles in the following sectors/areas:
- travel and tourism
- leisure
- hospitality
- catering
Funding for our qualifications
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Support materials
Qualification Specification (PDF | 2007 KB)
Qualification Specification (Word) (DOCX | 774 KB)
Qualification Factsheet (PDF | 187 KB)
Features and benefits (PDF | 91 KB)
Using UMS to calculate qualification grades (PDF | 126 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 371 KB)
Teaching materials
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Unit breakdown
The UK Travel and Tourism Industry (H/507/8483)
Customer Service in Travel and Tourism (K/507/8484)
Preparing for a Career in Travel and Tourism (M/507/8485)
Travel and Tourism Destinations (T/507/8486)
UK Visitor Attractions (A/507/8487)
Hospitality in Travel and Tourism (F/507/8488)
Work Experience in Travel and Tourism (J/507/8489)
UK Tour Operations (A/507/8490)
Travel Agency Operations (F/507/8491)
The UK Conference and Event Industry (J/507/8492)
Marketing for Travel and Tourism (L/507/8493)
UK Passenger Transport Industry (R/507/8494)
Resort Representative Roles and Responsibilities (T/507/8505)
Investigating Airline Cabin Crew (Y/507/8495)
UK Airports (D/507/8496)
Worldwide Passenger Airlines (H/507/8497)
The Cruise Industry (K/507/8498)
UK Heritage Tourist Attractions (M/507/8499)
Responsible Tourism (Y/507/8500)
Specialist Tourism (D/507/8501)
Business Travel (H/507/8502)
Storytelling for Tourism (K/507/8503)
Tour Guiding (M/507/8504)
Flight Operations (D/650/2645)
Airport Terminal Operations (F/650/2646)
Airport Ground Operations (J/650/2648)
Commercial Operations of Airports and Airlines (K/650/2649)
Aviation Communications (R/650/2650)
Leadership and Human Resources (Y/650/2652)
Health, Safety and Security in Aviation (D/650/2654)
Principles of the Hospitality Industry (K/652/2033)
Food and Beverage Service (L/652/2034)
Food Safety and Allergen Awareness in Hospitality (M/652/2035)
Accommodation Operations (R/652/2036)
Event Operations in Hospitality (T/652/2037)
Supervisory Skills for Hospitality (Y/652/2038)
Managing Resources in a Hospitality Business (A/652/2039)