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Air Cabin Crew

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Key Details

Levels

Level 2

FT / PT

FT

Location

Lowestoft

Attendance

3 days

Duration

1 year

Please note, this course is only accepting applications from learners aged 16 - 18, as well as those up to the age of 25 who hold a current EHCP.

Our Air Cabin Crew course is designed for aspiring aviation professionals who want to develop the skills, knowledge and industry understanding needed for a successful career within the travel and aviation sector. Combining practical learning with industry insight, this course provides a strong foundation for progression into employment, further study or specialist training.

Throughout the course, you will explore key areas of cabin crew operations while developing the professional skills needed for customer-focused roles. You will also build essential employability skills, including CV writing, application techniques and interview preparation, helping you become confident and career-ready.

As part of your studies, you will gain valuable industry experience through work placements, guest speakers and opportunities to visit airline training centres and employer partners. You will benefit from strong links with organisations across the travel sector, providing first-hand insight into the wide range of careers available.

Studying with us means learning in an inspiring environment with access to specialist facilities, including commercial airline emergency simulators, and a range of enrichment opportunities that bring the industry to life. This course will help you develop the confidence, knowledge and practical skills needed to progress into a rewarding career in aviation and travel.

Course Information


Level 1: Applicants should have achieved predominantly Grade 2/3 GCSEs or successfully completed an Entry Level 3 programme. Applicants should have an interest in sport and coaching, be prepared to take part in practical activities, and attend an interview before enrolment.


The course is assessed through a variety of methods designed to develop and demonstrate your practical skills, knowledge and industry readiness. These include role plays, presentations, coursework, external assessments and practical sessions in a water/environment tank, where you will demonstrate essential sea survival techniques.


You can progress on to our Travel and Tourism courses as well as into employment in careers such as air cabin crew, travel agent, airport representative, travel writer, events planner, travel influencer, business travel consultant or cruise ship steward.


Throughout the course, you will study a range of modules designed to develop your understanding of cabin crew operations and the wider aviation industry. You will explore key areas including customer service, safety procedures, emergency response, communication skills and sea survival techniques, helping you build the practical knowledge required for a career in aviation. Through a combination of classroom learning, role plays, presentations, coursework and practical activities, you will develop the confidence, professionalism and industry awareness needed to succeed as part of an airline or travel team.


60/40


You will be required to wear an industry standard uniform on practical days.

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