Last month, 20 Travel and Tourism learners had the opportunity to take part in a one-day British Airways Cabin Crew Safety and Emergency Procedures (SEP) training course. This was a fantastic opportunity for learners to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world cabin crew training and gain valuable experience from industry professionals.

During the experience, learners gained insight into the rigorous training undertaken by cabin crew, developing their understanding of aviation safety, emergency procedures, and the responsibilities involved in ensuring passenger wellbeing.

The day provided hands-on learning experiences and allowed learners to develop key employability skills, including communication, teamwork, professionalism, and problem-solving. On successful completion of the training, learners were awarded a SEP certificate, providing them with a recognised achievement and a valuable addition to their CVs. The experience helped learners make direct links between their studies and careers in aviation, while increasing their confidence and awareness of opportunities within the airline industry.

Experiencing industry-standard training gives learners a deeper appreciation of the knowledge, professionalism and level of responsibility required in an airline environment, helping them to connect the theory they learn in the classroom with real-world industry practices. Gaining exposure to British Airways and its training standards is also a great networking opportunity for our students and helps them understand employer expectations, prepare for future recruitment processes and identify the skills they need to succeed in an aviation career.

Hannah Forrest, Curriculum Co-ordinator in Travel and Tourism, said: " Our annual trip to British Airways is always a highlight of the course, giving students a valuable insight into what a career in cabin crew entails and the responsibilities that come with the role. As an international airline supporting global tourism, British Airways provides an excellent example of the scale and diversity of the aviation industry, operating both short-haul and long-haul flights across an extensive global network, with a wide range of potential career opportunities. Experiences like this allow students to explore future career pathways, make informed decisions about their next steps, build connections with industry professionals and gain first-hand insight into working in aviation."

A huge thank you to British Airways for taking the time to deliver this training to our students and supporting the future of the Travel and Tourism industry

This curriculum trip forms part of the Travel and Tourism Careers Excellence Hub. Weston College's Career Excellence Hubs are designed to be the launching pad for our learners' careers. In a world where connections and relevant skills matter more than ever, these hubs offer a holistic approach that prepares learners to thrive in their chosen industries. With the support of these hubs, our learners are well-equipped to make a significant impact in their professional journeys.

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