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Aviation Operation — Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma

Hospitality, Travel and Tourism

Course ID: 173075

Course Year: 24/25

Course Details

  • Level 3 qualification studied over two years. You must complete year one before progressing onto year two.
  • This exciting course has been developed with large companies in the UK aviation industry.
  • Course is ideally suited to those aged 16-18 who are looking for a career in ground crew operations, aviation in general or to progress to higher education.
  • Specialist units cover a range of learning, to equip you with invaluable transferable skills.

What to expect from the course

This is a Level 3 qualification studied over two years starting with the Introductory Diploma and second year being the Extended Diploma. Each of these are stand alone qualification, but you must complete year one before progressing onto year two.

This exciting course has been developed with large companies in the UK aviation industry.

Course is ideally suited to those aged 16-18 who meet the entry requirements and are looking for a career in ground crew operations, aviation in general or to progress to higher education.

Specialist units cover a range of learning, to equip you with invaluable transferable skills.

On completion of the course you will develop skills in the following areas:

- Customer service
- Handling Air Passengers
- Aviation health and safety
- Aviation security
- Ramp Handling
- Aircraft Dispatch.

Qualifications

NCFE Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel & Tourism: Aviation Pathway.

Why study with us?

Student Benefits

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Duke Street is also home to The Academy Hair and Beauty salons. They offer generous student discounts on a wide range of hair and beauty treatments, at a fraction of high-street prices. These include styling, cutting, perming, highlights, facials, manicures, electrolysis and traditional and homeopathic massage.

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Academy Restaurant

Duke Street campus is also home to the College’s Academy Restaurant. Often referred to by it’s customers as Liverpool’s hidden gem, the restaurant serves top class cuisine, at highly competitive prices. Food is expertly prepared by professional chef/tutors and young chefs in training and offers students a range of discounts at different times of the year.

The Academy Restaurant
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Onsite Sports Facilities/Fitness Suite

The college has excellent sports and fitness facilities at its Roscoe Street campus. Students pay a one-off membership fee for all year round usage of weekly supervised gym sessions, as well as access to a number of sporting clubs and events.


Career pathways

Completion of this course could either lead to progression onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism: Aviation pathway (second year), or full and part time employment in a range of aviation roles, including passenger services, ground handling, dispatch and security operations.

Example careers

We're here to help...

Contact us to discuss your application or find out more:

 : 0151 252 3000
 : enquiry@liv-coll.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

The following is a guide as to what you might be expected to achieve to gain entry onto the course.

A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 (previously C) or above including Maths and English Language or a minimum of previously achieving a Level 2 course in either Tourism, Aviation or Cabin Crew at merit or above.

An enthusiasm and passion to succeed and develop yourself with great attendance will be vital to you achieving success on this course.

If you are unsure of the entry requirements, or if you don't meet the criteria, please contact our Careers Advice and Guidance team who will be happy to help you find the best option for you. Email careersadvice@liv-coll.ac.uk or call 0151 252 3607.

Fees

If you are 16-18 years old at the start of your course, studying at The City of Liverpool College is free.

19 years old or over at the start of the course? Fees are payable, but you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of your course. Find out more at https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan, or contact our admissions team on 0151 252 3000 or at applications@liv-coll.ac.uk.

Fee for24/25 is 2573.00
In future years this fee may be subject to change.

Please note this is a two year programme that consists of two courses. Your fee status may change from one year to the next depending on age and circumstance at the start of the next course e.g. if you turn 19 before progressing to the next level, you may be required to pay fees as outlined above.


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