Industry Entry Standards
Generally a degree or postgraduate qualification is not required for entry into work as a cabin crew member. Instead, most airlines require a good secondary education with proficiency in English and Maths. Being in Possession of the “Attestation of Initial Cabin Training” will be an advantage. Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age to apply to an airline and must be medically fit and have a clean record. Studying a degree, HND or foundation degree in one of the following subjects may also be useful in showing the airline that you have an interest in this area:
Hospitality Management
Leisure and Tourism Management
Travel
Customer Service
Being able to speak other languages may be particularly useful and this could put you at an advantage against other candidates. The majority of airlines have a list of requirements for selection of Cabin Crew and this includes candidates demonstrating a genuine interest in pursuing a career in cabin Crew along with the following:
Minimum age of 18, in some cases 21
- Good standard of health and fitness
Minimum height requirement of 5ft 1 inch up to maximum of 6ft 1 (this may differ depending on airlines) in the UK it is often measured as reach rather than height
Good hearing and eyesight, although glasses and contact lenses are allowed
Valid passport
Clean record
Medical examination (some airlines may not require this)
Medical examination (some airlines may not require this)
Ability to swim at least 25 metres unaided