Latest news in Yorkshire: September 11, 2017 10:30:46 AM
Former Level 3 Travel and Tourism students at Barnsley College have completed training with industry professionals, Skypeople.
The alumni received expert advice on passenger handling, medical first aid, crew resource management, survival and safety and emergency procedures from the training, which is a recognised qualification meeting the professional standards of European airlines.
Former Travel and Tourism student Macauley Wake, 18, of Monk Bretton, said: “I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the wide range of different topics covered to expand my knowledge further. I’m grateful Barnsley College provided me with the opportunity to gain an extra qualification, which will progress my career opportunities within the industry.”
Rebekah Morris, Travel and Tourism Course Leader, added: “The training makes students more employable and much better placed than non-qualified applicants, this will stand them in good stead when they find a job within the industry.”
For more information on Travel and Tourism courses at Barnsley College, contact the Information Team on 01226 216 123, info@barnsley.ac.uk or visit
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