The Basics:

• A well-groomed, professional image.
• Weight in proportion to height.
• A mature, positive attitude, flexibility and pleasing personality.
• Ability to relate to people of diverse cultures.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Two years customer service experience or 2 years of college.
• Able to speak fluent English; a second language is desirable.
• At least 18 years old.
• Vision correctable to 20/40 or better.
• Clean background; airlines perform 10-year background check.
• Valid passport.
• Must be U.S. citizen or authorized to work with unrestricted U.S. entry/exit.
• If you want to work for a United States airline you must be either be a U.S. citizen or be authorized to work legally in the U.S. without sponsorship, and must have unrestricted multiple entry into and out of the U.S. We have included a link to the U.S.
  Immigration and Naturalization website:
  http://uscis.gov/graphics/index.htm
  http://www.immihelp.com/yellowpages/regions-all.html

One important variable is the ability to effectively communicate in English if you work for a United States airline. Flight attendants must deal with emergency situations in which effective communication is imperative. There are times when instructions must be given to customers and it is very important for you to clearly understand the customers as well. The following information was taken from the websites of several different airlines, and you can see how this is an important requirement.
 
Flight attendants:

• Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to provide a Leadership role in emergencies as needed.
• Must have excellent verbal communications and interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Are required to successfully complete pre-employment physical examination that reveals no physical or mental limitations that would impair ability to perform routine or emergency job duties.
• Must be free of all street drugs, hallucinogens, narcotics, depressants and stimulant medications.

DISCLAIMER:
By placing your deposit you hereby agree to the following terms: Your deposit is non-transferable and non-refundable. This deposit commits you to payment in full, and is required a month prior to the first day of class. AIRLINE COACH cannot be held responsible for any other costs incurred by students. The student will indemnify and hold harmless AIRLINE COACH if situations or circumstances arise that do not allow the student to attend the Comprehensive Flight Attendant Preparation Course. The student will also indemnify and hold harmless AIRLINE COACH if situations or circumstances occur that necessitate changes in the facilitation of the course.
This class in no way guarantees that an individual will receive employment with an airline. The purpose of the Flight Attendant Preparation Course is to provide the prospective airline applicant with insight and information to aid in the pursuit of employment through the interview process used by many airlines. While attendance at our class does not guarantee that an airline will consider you for employment, we will attempt to better inform and prepare you for the interview and training, therefore increasing your chances of being hired.