Vocational Qualification in Tourism Industry
Vocational Qualification in Tourism Industry gives qualifications to work as a receptionist or tourism activities organizer in the tourism industry in Finland and abroad.
The objective of the study program is that the student will be able to work as a receptionist or tourism activities organizer in the tourism industry in Finland and abroad. As the tourism industry is looking forward to recovering, the emphasis throughout the program will be on responsible and sustainable tourism practices, creating experiences for guests, e-tourism, and safety practices.
Mode of Studies
Studies are on campus during day time generally from Monday to Friday. A personal study plan is made for all students in which their prior learning and experience will be recognized. Students show their competence in the vocational units at the work places, thus work based learning plays an important part in the studies. While at work based learning, the students adhere to the working times of the companies. The estimated duration of the studies will be between 1,5 and 2 years, but may vary individually.
Examples of Vocational Study Units, 145 competence points needed for graduation
Compulsory Units
- Customer Service in the Tourism Industry, 30 competence points
- Hotel Reception Services, 40 competence pointsorProvision of Tourism Services, 40 competence points
Voluntary Units
- Marketing Communications in Tourism Services, 20 competence points
- Meeting Services, 15 competence points
- Guide Services, 25 competence points
- Working in the International Working Environment, 15 competence points
- Working at the Airport, 15 competence points
Want to know more?
For more information about Vocational Qualification in Tourism Industry, please submit an information request below and the school will contact you with further information.Admission
The next application time will be updated on this page.
Applicants are requested to attach their most recent school and employment certificates to their application. In the case of non-native Finnish language speaker, Finnish language certificate (equivalent to level A2.2) must be added too. The certificates must be translated into Finnish or English by an official translator. The application must be accompanied by all the required annexes. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Costs
Education in Vantaa Vocational College Varia is free of charge and so is a daily lunch. The students estimated expenses per student for about 2 years of studies is 400 euros for study materials, work clothes and study trips. A personal laptop is needed for the studies.