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BTEC IN TRAVEL AND TOURISM. Key Words. PLTS Identified. Learning Objectives Today we will learn to Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course. The Travel and Tourism Course is a BTEC.
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BTEC IN TRAVEL AND TOURISM Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course
The Travel and Tourism Course is a BTEC. It is a vocational qualification recognised by employers and colleges/ sixth forms. Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course
How is it graded? It is graded at three levels:- Pass= Grade C Merit= Grade B Distinction= A This means, the lowest mark you can gain for the completion of this course is the equivalent of grade C. Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course
How is it assessed? This course is 100% coursework. This is especially good for those who find exams stressful! You will be expected to work independently and in groups to research topics, and use IT skills to present and produce portfolios of work. Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course
What do we study? Unit One Understanding Travel and Tourism Sectors For example The reasons people travel Different travel organisations, such as accommodation, travel, attractions, travel agents and tour operators. Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course
What do we study? Unit Two Customer Service The benefits of good customer service- eg increased sales, staff promotion, improved customer reputation How the needs of different customers can be met- such as groups, different ages, different cultures, customers with special needs. Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course
What do we study? Unit Three Understanding The Nature and Effects of Major Destinations Identifying where holiday destinations are Factors that can effect worldwide destinations- eg extreme weather, terrorism, crime, disease, time zones and jet lag Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course
What do we study? And three further units… Airports and Airlines- Where the airports are located in the UK Different types of airline Facilities an airport offers to passengers Employment opportunities And… Holiday destinations in Europe And…..Worldwide holiday destinations Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course
What happens after doing a BTEC? You could chose to study a BTEC at level three ( equivalent to A Level) in Travel and Tourism. Or… Apply to do an apprenticeship in a Travel and Tourism Organisation. Key Words • PLTS Identified • Learning Objectives • Today we will learn to • Identify the different components of the BTEC Travel and Tourism Course