Course Summary
Course Category: Traineeship Courses
The course has been developed in partnership with the ITAA, the organisation which represents Ireland’s Travel Agents and Tour Operators. The course offers a blend of hands-on work placement in a travel agency 4 days a week and classroom-based learning on campus in SCFE one day a week.
On this course you will learn the skills you need to work in a travel agency. From booking flights, rental cars, and hotels to arranging entire travel packages and events, you’ll be equipped to handle any travel request.
Awards:
- QQI Level 5 Minor Award
- IAOT (International Academy of Travel) Amadeus (Computerised Reservations System)
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Global Distribution Systems
Travel Agency Skills
Customer Service
SCFE Certificate in Travel Agency Selling Skills
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
