Even though we are living with the consequences of the pandemic, many people continue to dream of traveling the world. One of the most coveted professions among Brazilians who are passionate about traveling is the career of a flight attendant. But is becoming a flight attendant really worth it these days?

When it comes to this profession, the responsibilities and demands are great. Therefore, many end up having a reality check when looking for a career as a flight attendant. Therefore, if you are interested in this area, see below the main questions, requirements and tips for entering this career.

First of all, do you know how this profession came about? Well, the first person to pursue a career as a flight attendant was nurse Ellen Church in the 1930s. At that time, women couldn't fly planes, but Ellen was passionate about aviation! Therefore, she suggested that nurses be part of the flights in order to reassure passengers.

The idea soon became quite popular, and initially only women could be flight attendants, which is why the name of the profession was flight attendant. In fact, the presence of women on aircraft calmed passengers, in addition to providing safety and comfort. However, this idea soon changed with the need for new professionals in the field.

Thus, men were also accepted into the career, and the profession began to be called flight attendant. In fact, it is worth remembering that from the beginning there are strict prerequisites to become a commissioner.

Furthermore, this job market is currently very competitive, as many want to fulfill their dream of traveling the world for work. However, it is necessary to take into account that the routine of these professionals is arduous, even though the salary may be worth it depending on the company. Therefore, analyze the pros and cons carefully before deciding to become a flight attendant.

It may seem simple, but there is a long list of requirements that a person must meet before looking for a job as a flight attendant. First of all, you must have completed high school and be 18 years old or over. Then, you will be able to participate in the preparatory course for the profession.

In this sense, the course lasts between three and six months, and can be entirely face-to-face or blended. Furthermore, the student will need to be physically and psychologically fit to practice the profession, taking specific exams to obtain the Aeronautical Medical Certificate. Between the course and the medical exams, you should invest around R$2,000.00.

The next stage of the flight attendant requirements will be to undertake jungle survival training that can last up to 48 hours. It is worth remembering that it is important to have excellent physical preparation, as the training simulates an emergency landing. Finally, you must also pass the ANAC assessment.

Generally speaking, training and assessment adds an average of R$800.00 to your investment. However, if you do not pass the ANAC test with at least 70%, you will have to pay a new fee to retake the test. Only after completing all these steps will you be able to submit your resume to companies!

In addition to all these steps, the selection process for hiring can be even more complicated, as face-to-face interviews and tests take place in São Paulo and Brasília. If approved, the candidate must also undergo specific airline training according to the aircraft they will work on.

Although airlines offer different working conditions and benefits, one aspect ends up being respected by all of them: time spent working. In this sense, the older the employee is in the company, the more valued he or she will be. Generally, newcomers start their schedules with domestic flights only.

To get a promotion and start traveling on international routes, the flight attendant needs to have some time with the company. Generally speaking, this time varies depending on the company, but the average is two years. So, keep this in mind before making all the investment that a career as a flight attendant requires.

Furthermore, salaries are a positive point in this profession, and can vary more or less between R$5,000.00 and R$6,500.00 depending on the company. However, the schedules are challenging and those who have a family and children may not adapt as they end up spending more than a week away from home.

Furthermore, the dream of becoming a professional in this field ends up leading many people to take the flight attendant course and apply for jobs. In other words, the Brazilian job market ended up being somewhat saturated. Although it is not impossible to get a place, the process ends up being challenging.

Now that you know better how a career as a flight attendant works and everything you need to do to achieve your dreams, here are some tips for entering the profession. This way you will have a better chance of standing out in the selection processes to get a job at airlines. So, check out some suggestions below!

Firstly, one of the most important requirements for anyone who wants to become a flight attendant and excel in the field is knowing how to speak at least one second language. So don't wait until you're face to face with your interviewer to think about going for it! Start investing in a course early.

In fact, English is always the language most evaluated during interviews. However, those who also speak Spanish and other popular languages such as French, for example, may end up coming out ahead. If your interest is in working for foreign airlines, start investing in the language according to your requirements.

As we have already mentioned, the job market for a flight attendant career is quite competitive. In this sense, airlines are carrying out increasingly rigorous selection processes to find new employees. In other words, the more you can stand out among other candidates, the greater your chances will be.

Therefore, invest in developing the essential skills of a good flight attendant. For example, good communication and assertiveness in dealing with stressful situations are skills that are highly regarded by companies. Furthermore, patient people also end up standing out.

Although it may seem superfluous to anyone looking for any job opportunity in this area, companies greatly value those who have done their homework. In other words, whoever has researched and knows about important details about the company such as its history, the name of the president and founder and the aircraft that make up the fleet.

Furthermore, it is worth checking the companies' official website for information such as Vision, Mission and Values. In fact, make sure you study and dedicate yourself especially when participating in a selection process. Companies take a lot of consideration into the dedication of candidates.

Although it may seem simpler to get an opportunity with Brazilian airlines, there are foreign airlines, like Qatar, that are a flight attendant's dream. Did you know that Qatar Airlines is considered the best airline in the world? So, access our exclusive content below and check out everything about it!