Tourism Skills Certificate (ASET)

Objectives
During the course students will examine a range of topics enabling them to understand the nature of tourism businesses and plan a successful tourism venture.

Student Profile
This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of how to plan and establish a small tourism based business.  No prior knowledge is required

Study Method
The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home.  Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support.

Qualification
Successful students will receive an ASET Certificate in Starting a Tourism Business.

Assessment
Assessment takes the form of a series of tutor marked assignments

Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements

Timescale
The programme takes place over a timescale to suit the student.  Once registered, tutor support is available for up to one year or until completion whichever is the soonest.

Location
The programme is home or work-based enabling students to complete the course without having to attend scheduled college teaching sessions.

Tutor Support
Throughout the course, students will receive tutor support by telephone and by post.

COURSE CONTENT
The course is divided into eight modules, as follows:

Unit 1:    The Potential of the Tourism Industry
Unit 2:    Choosing whether to enter the industry
Unit 3:    Operating a small tourism business
Unit 4:    How to establish various types of tourism Businesses 
Unit 5:    Writing a business plan
Unit 6:    Writing proposals
Unit 7:    Community Tourism planning
Unit 8:    Planning your Tourism venture