Being an Air Hostess is one of the most highly paid jobs in aviation as a person gets to work with various airlines. It is a dream of many students which has been increasing every day.

To be an Air Hostess, a student can opt for either certificate, diploma or degree course after the 12th. A student also needs various skills like confidence, patience, teamwork, good communication and a good and pleasing personality.

In this article, we will be discussing how to become an Air Hostess after class 12, along with job options and salary provided. 

What Qualification Is Required for An Air Hostess?

Following are the primary qualifications that a student must have to be an Air Hostess after class 12.

• A student must have completed their 10+2 or equivalent from a good institute with minimum passing marks.
• Students who haven't completed high school must give a GED Test, i.e., General Educational Development Test.
• Students with a degree in Hospitality, Tourism and Travel are preferred.
• A student must have basic knowledge of computers and math competencies.
• Students with good command of the English language and a knowledge of any international language have an advantage.
• A student has to clear a 3 to 6 weeks training program at the base location of the particular airline to move further with their training.
• Once a student clears the formal training program, they gain a certificate and license from an authorized body that regulates all aspects of civil aviation in that country, for example, the FAA (The Federal Aviation Administration) in the US.

Physical and Medical Requirements

To be an Air Hostess after class 12th, one must have the following physical and medical requirements:

• A candidate needs to be young, slender and good looking.
• Their age must be between 17 to 26 years.
• They must have a minimum height of 157cms or 5'2 inches.
• They must be mentally fit; this will be determined with the help of various tests.
• A candidate shouldn't have acrophobia (fear of heights).
• They must be unmarried.
• Their weight must be according to their height and age. They cannot be overweight or underweight.
• They shouldn't have any visible tattoos or piercings on their body.
• They must have good eye vision; eyesight must be 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in another.
• In case they wear glasses, they must switch to lenses.
• They must know how to swim as it is required in case of emergencies to save the lives of passengers.
• They must pass various medical tests like blood tests, urine tests, AIDS, Ultra Sound, Eye Test, Stool Test, Chest X-rays, etc. In case of even the most minor illness or infection, the candidate will be rejected.
• They must have appropriately maintained nails, hair and skin. 
• Makeup skills are a plus point as most airlines make their air hostesses wear heavy makeup.

Selection Process 

To become an Air Hostess after class 12th, a student needs to apply to various institutes depending on the course they opt for; as mentioned above, there are three types of courses certificate, diploma and degree course. They can apply to these by filling an application offline or in the college.

Once applied, they need to go through 3 stages to get selected, these are:

1. Written Examination: This is the first stage; in this, the candidate has to give a written test that tests their intelligence, numerical ability, reasoning skills and general awareness.

2. Group Discussion: Once they've passed the written examination, they need to pass the Group Discussion round. In this round, they are given a specific topic and perform a group discussion on it. This helps in testing their teamwork quality, patience level and communication skills.

3. Interview: On clearing the GD round, a candidate must appear for the Interview in which they need to give a One-on-One interview. This helps test their personality and passion for working in the Aviation Industry.

Different institutes may have varied selection processes, but this is the general selection process. All institutes must operate according to the DGCA Guidelines that states a candidate can be eligible for admission only after they've qualified for a written test and interview session.

Once a candidate is selected, they need to undergo a minimum of 6 months of training before beginning their Air Hostess career.

Air Hostess Training Courses Abroad

An Air Hostess course is a job-oriented course that specializes in travel and hospitality and can help a candidate have a financially stable career. It mainly deals with skills and comprehensive knowledge like fundamental knowledge of aircraft, catering training, navigation, hospitality management, emergency management, etc.

As mentioned earlier, a student can pursue three main types of courses to become an air hostess after class 12th. These are a full-time degree, diploma or specialized certificates. A student can pick a course depending on the saturation that may suit them. Following is the detailed information of each course.

Certificate Course:

• Duration: 6-12 months
• Aviation Security and Safety
• Certificate Courses in Personality Development
• Air RT / Radio Flight Officer
• International Airlines and Travel Management
• Aviation Hospitality & Travel Management
• Air Hostess/Flight Purser
• Aviation Management
• Hospitality Travel and Customer Service
• Aviation and Hospitality Services

Diploma Course:

• Duration: 1 year
• Diploma in Hospitality, Travel and Customer Service
• Diploma in Airlines and Travel Management
• Diploma in Airlines Management
• Diploma in Airport Management & Customer Care
• Diploma in Professional Cabin Crew Services
• Aviation Hospitality and Travel Management
• Air Hostess Training
• Aviation and Hospitality Management

Degree Courses:

• Duration: 2-3 years
• Bachelor of Hospitality and Travel Management
• Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management
• BSc in Air Hostess Training
• Post Graduate Diploma In Aviation, Hospitality, Travel & Customer Service
• Post Graduate Diploma in Aviation and Hospitality Services
• BBA (Aviation)
• MBA (Aviation)

Eligibility Criteria to study Air Hostess in India & Abroad

The eligibility criteria for various air hostess courses depend on the type a student selects. Following are the educational eligibility criteria (physical and medical requirements given above) for a certificate, diploma, and degree courses:

• Certificate course: The student must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a well-known institute and board.
• Diploma Course: The eligibility criteria for diplomas differ in various institutes. Some institutes prefer a 10+2 examination score, while others conduct entrance exams and one-on-one interviews.
• Degree Course: Similarly, to a diploma course, a student can get admitted to a degree course either through entrance exams or merit basis.
• The students who wish to apply before completing 10+2 must give the GED Test, i.e. General Education Development Test.
• To study Air Hostess Abroad, a student must give IELTS or TOFEL, SAT, etc.

Application Process to Pursue Air Hostess in India & Abroad

The application process for Air Hostess courses differs with every course and university. Following are a few points a student must remember when applying for any Air Hostess Course:

• Students must apply in all the colleges they wish to study in, either online or offline (on a college campus)
• Students must give entrance exams for colleges if required.
• Some institutes also take interviews if a student qualifies for the entrance exam. Thus, students must be ready for the same.
• If applying abroad, a student must appear for IELTS/TOEFL, SAT, etc.
• If a student wishes to apply before completing 10+2, they must give the GED Test, i.e. general education development test.
• Students must keep an eye on the university's website to stay updated and avoid missing out on important dates.
• Students can also opt for online study mode if necessary.

Abroad Universities for Air Hostess Courses

A student must consider studying the Air Hostess course abroad as it provides better exposure and better travelling opportunities. Following are some of the best colleges a student can opt for to become an air hostess after class 12th:

Jobs & Salary Of An Air Hostess in Abroad

 The main job of an Air Hostess or any other Cabin Crew is to assist passengers, ensure their safety in case of an emergency, and provide comfort to them. They are also expected to provide high standard service, serve food and beverages, etc.

This occupation also provides good pay, exposure and travel opportunities.

In India, an air hostess can earn a salary of INR 16000 – INR 75000, the pay increases with experience and time. While, if we go abroad, an international air hostess can earn INR 30,000 – INR 1 lakh.

Given below are the salaries of other crew members abroad:

Scope after Air Hostess in Abroad

• The scope after being an Air hostess is increasing every day. It provides excellent opportunities for growth and personal development.
• After completing the course, a candidate can work with a domestic airline. Still, once they have gained enough experience, they can work with various international airlines as well.
• Even after retirement, an air hostess can take up jobs in the ground staff like training air hostesses, operations, customer care, ticketing, etc.

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