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=__ Flight attendant __=
 * __ What qualifications do you need __**

//Education//
Virtually every airline requires that you have a high school degree or Government Equivalency Degree (G.E.D.) If you did not finish high school or have not passed the G.E.D., do not bother to apply for a job as a flight attendant. You absolutely won't get hired without a high school degree (or equivalent).

//Flight attendants need to have://

 * knowledge of flight and emergency procedures
 * the ability to operate emergency equipment
 * hospitality skills for serving food and drinks
 * first-aid and medical skills
 * the ability to assist people with special needs, such as young children or people with disabilities
 * the ability to give tourists tips and guidance on their stay in New Zealand.

__ What training do you need? __
According to the BLS, after completing the screening process and being hired, flight attendants must be trained by their airline. Training typically lasts from 3-6 weeks, and each company provides a specific program that covers its own core values and business models.

If the particular airline you are working for doesn't offer flight attend training, they will most likely refer you to another airline training program. Some airlines will charge you for the flight attendant training with thing like transportation, living costs, and supplies.

There are some airlines that will pay for all the expenses you need to attend flight attendant schools and training. You will learn emergency procedures and things like how to deal with a disruptive passenger properly.

//Additional Requirements//
There are usually a number of additional requirements related to age and physical condition for flight attendant positions. Airlines often require certain age, height and weight restrictions. Additionally, employers place high standards on physical appearance, hygiene and grooming. Airlines also conduct medical screenings and background checks of prospective hires.

//Educational Requirements for Flight Attendants//
A certificate or associate degree program concentrated in flight attendant training is also available for prospective flight attendants who want a competitive edge over other applicants. Students in such programs may take courses in crew emergency management, airline operations and aviation safety.

__ Summary __
Flight attendants make sure that passengers travelling in aeroplanes are safe and comfortable.

What you will do
Flight attendants may do some or all of the following:
 * look after passengers' comforts, needs and safety during flights
 * check emergency and safety equipment before each flight
 * prepare and check the catering, bar and cabin before each flight
 * greet passengers, help them stow their luggage and check that they are seated safely
 * demonstrate aircraft emergency procedures and safety features to passengers
 * serve and clear away food and drinks
 * hand out, and help passengers complete arrival documentation on international flights
 * keep in contact with other members of the flight crew
 * use their knowledge of first aid to help sick passengers.

__ Skills and knowledge __
Flight attendants need to have:
 * knowledge of flight and emergency procedures
 * the ability to operate emergency equipment
 * hospitality skills for serving food and drinks
 * first-aid and medical skills
 * the ability to assist people with special needs, such as young children or people with disabilities
 * the ability to give tourists tips and guidance on their stay in New Zealand.

Flight attendants need to be:
Depending on the airline, flight attendants may need to:
 * customer-focused and friendly
 * good communicators who can interact well with people from a range of cultures
 * responsible, practical, and professional
 * able to work well in a team
 * efficient, organised, resourceful and alert.
 * be between 160cm and 185cm tall
 * pass a reach test and medical exam
 * have a certain standard of eyesight in order to carry out emergency procedures without glasses
 * be able to swim 50m unaided
 * be reasonably strong because they may have to lift heavy bags and emergency equipment.

__ Working conditions __
Flight attendants:
 * may work on a temporary basis, part time or full time, and work shifts including evenings, public holidays and weekends, which may involve crossing time zones
 * work at altitude, often in cramped conditions, spending a lot of time on their feet
 * work in conditions which can be uncomfortable or dangerous, and may have to deal with stressful or difficult situations
 * may be rostered up to 18 hours a shift, and may spend up to 10 to 18 days away from home, depending on whether they are working domestically or internationally.

__ **Pay** __ New flight attendants typically earn between $28,000 and $33,500 a year, depending on whether they are working on domestic, trans-Tasman or international flights. Flight attendants receive discounted travel benefits, and may also get meal, accommodation, uniforms and grooming allowances. Allowances increase as flight attendants gain more senior positions, and may be worth more than $15,000 a year.
 * With three to five years' experience, flight attendants could expect to earn $40,000 to $45,000, plus allowances.
 * Senior flight attendants with 10 or more years' experience may earn $60,000 or more.

__** Working conditions ** __ Flight attendants:
 * may work on a temporary basis, part time or full time, and work shifts including evenings, public holidays and weekends, which may involve crossing time zones
 * work at altitude, often in cramped conditions, spending a lot of time on their feet
 * work in conditions which can be uncomfortable or dangerous, and may have to deal with stressful or difficult situations
 * may be rostered up to 18 hours a shift, and may spend up to 10 to 18 days away from home, depending on whether they are working domestically or internationally.

__ Progression and specialisations __
<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; vertical-align: baseline;">Flight attendants may work on short-haul (to destinations no more than four hours away) or long-haul (international) flights. They may work up from domestic flight work to senior roles such as lead flight attendant or purser. They may also choose to transfer to ground-based jobs such as check-in agent, or customer service roles.

=**__ Sources __**=
 * [|http://www.careers.govt.nz]
 * [|http://www.cabincrewjobs.com]
 * [|http://www.flightattendantcareer.com]

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