SIT30322 Certificate III in Guiding
Share your passion for storytelling
Help travellers connect with the natural, historical and cultural highlights of places they visit.
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills program, through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession.
^ You will pay half price for the tuition fees on the Lower fees, local skills qualifications, however other fees may apply such as Resource fees that are specific to your course. For full details see our Half price courses page.
Overview
Campuses Perth
When Continuous enrolment
Study Mode Employer-based | Traineeship
Share your passion for storytelling by connecting travellers with the natural, historical and cultural highlights of places they visit.
If you are looking for a way to convert your enthusiasm for travel into a career, this Certificate III in Guiding will help open doors to a successful career that allows you to travel the world.
Being a Tour Guide enables you to connect visitors to a wide range of amazing places by interpreting the special features of a place, sharing interesting stories, and looking after the needs of your clients.
North Metropolitan TAFE is a leading provider of travel and tourism studies in Western Australia and the only TAFE in Perth to offer this Certificate III in Guiding.
Please note this course is currently only offered as a Traineeship, we also cover skills to equip you to work as a guide within the on campus delivery of our Certificate III in Tourism.
Select your preferred campus and apply
Continuous enrolment, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $709.56 + Resource fee $0.00 )
(Tuition fee* $210.24 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| SITTGDE014 | Work as a guide |
| SITTGDE016 | Lead tour groups |
| SITTGDE017 | Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities |
| SITTGDE018 | Develop and maintain the general and regional knowledge required by guides |
| SITXCCS014 | Provide service to customers |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
| SITXWHS006 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| SITTIND003 | Source and use information on the tourism and travel industry |
| SITTTVL001 | Access and interpret product information |
| SITTTVL003 | Provide advice on Australian destinations |
| SITXCCS010 | Provide visitor information |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $709.56 + Resource fee $0.00 )
(Tuition fee* $210.24 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| SITTGDE014 | Work as a guide |
| SITTGDE016 | Lead tour groups |
| SITTGDE017 | Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities |
| SITTGDE018 | Develop and maintain the general and regional knowledge required by guides |
| SITXCCS014 | Provide service to customers |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
| SITXWHS006 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| SITTIND003 | Source and use information on the tourism and travel industry |
| SITTTVL001 | Access and interpret product information |
| SITTTVL003 | Provide advice on Australian destinations |
| SITXCCS010 | Provide visitor information |
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