what do i need to do to become an hostess?

[chapman]

i really want to become an air hostess when i leave school but i have no idea how to beacome one. how old do u have to be and what qualifactions do i need could you tell me some more information on air hostess

[Sammy Snake]

These are the critera set out on British Airways website to become a member of their cabin crew.  They have vacanceis listed so you could check other airlines websites.  Or just sent a letter / CV to all airlines?

APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Age between 19 and 54 at time of application.
To be a minimum of 5ft 2in [1.58 metres] in height, with weight in proportion. Weight must be of such proportion that the ability to perform all job functions is not hindered. The ability to, whilst facing forward, walk and fit comfortably down the aisle, fit quickly through the overwing window exit, and to fit into a jump seat harness without modification including closure without a seatbelt extension.
Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard, with passes in Maths and English.
Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
A high standard of physical fitness.
Complete and successfully pass a comprehensive medical questionnaire.
Hold a valid E.U. Passport allowing unrestricted world-wide travel and the right to live and work within the E.U. with no time restrictons.
Live within 45 minutes of the airport from which you are based.
And one of the following:
A GNVQ or equivalent qualification in Nursing / Hospitality/ Travel & Tourism or Care Services plus 12 months customer service experience.
2 years customer service experience.

[Sammy Snake]

There is lots more on there as well, including salary.  take a look:

http://www.britishairwaysjobs.com/roledescription.jsp?ID =3840595&MODE=2