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This qualification is designed for learners interested in aviation operations. It provides learners with skills in health safety security and communications required to work within an aviation environment.

  • Entry Requirements, Units, Assessment and more...

    Entry Requirements

    GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths (Grades Grade 2-3) or Functional Skills Level 1. Successful completion of a substantial Level 1 qualification plus an initial assessment that indicates an appropriate level of English and mathematical ability and a satisfactory reference.

    Assessment Method

    The assessment method includes assessment tasks designed and set by the Centre internal assessment of learner work and internal and external moderation of assessment. There are no additional external assessments for this course. Case studies oral presentations practical tasks and demonstrations and questions and answers (written and oral) will be part of the assessment. Tests and exams with seen or unseen papers tutor observation worksheets written assignments and written essays and reports.

    Aims of the course

    This qualification is designed for learners who wish to progress into job roles within airside ramp services providing safe airside operations (airports) supporting aircraft operations or handling passengers. This qualification will focus on the study of transportation operations and maintenance. It will offer breadth and depth of study incorporate a fundamental core of knowledge and provide opportunities to acquire a number of practical and technical skills. The objectives of this qualification are to provide learners with the health safety security and communications skills required to work within an aviation environment and develop their skills in specific aviation functions.

    Progression Opportunities

    On successful completion of the course learners can progress onto Level 2 Certificate in Cabin Crew or employment within the aviation industry.

    Facilities

    The model of delivery will be classroom-based learning. You can practice skills in a real fight-simulated environment. You will have access to our digital learning platforms that will provide you with a range of materials and resources to support your learning whilst on this course.  Individual tutorial support is available. Additional learning support is also available if required.

    Career Options

    A career in the Aviation industry. For example:  Passenger service agent Flight security Airport customer service

Course Details

Venue Southwark
Day/Eve Day
Mode Full Time
Duration 35 weeks
Start Date 01/09/2025
End Date 26/06/2026
Course Code 4TVAC9S0

Funding

For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Fees and Finance.

16-18 Free
19-24 £ 362
24+ Please Enquire
International Please Enquire

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  • Starting 01/09/2025 at Southwark
    Venue Southwark
    Day/Eve Day
    Mode Part Time
    Duration 18 weeks
    Start Date 01/09/2025
    End Date 23/01/2026
    Course Code 4TVAD9A0

    Funding

    For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Fees and Finance.

    16-18 Free
    19-24 £ 362
    24+ Please Enquire
    International £3,600
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Coronavirus update

Southwark College is closely monitoring all communications and guidance as it becomes available. This information is for students and staff and reflects updates from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and Public Health England (PHE). We are prepared to escalate our contingency arrangements in the event of change.

The government is monitoring the situation closely and will continue to work with the WHO and international community. For staff and students, it remains business as usual across our sites and our workplaces.

Please note that, at present, this advice refers only to arrivals from Wuhan, and not the remainder of China. If you have returned from Wuhan you should:

General guidance for those planning visits to Wuhan or other destinations in China

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) maintains updated travel advice for those planning a trip to Wuhan or other destinations in China. This is available at:

www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/china

Note

This advice is derived from The Department of Health and Social Care will be publishing updated data on a daily basis at 2pm until further notice:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-information-for-the-public#situation-in-the-uk

Supplementary Q&A for individuals wishing to know more around how the UK is managing the risk:

https://publichealthmatters.blog.gov.uk/2020/01/23/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-what-you-need-to-know/