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Gain the basic skills and knowledge to work in various tourism job roles. A career in tourism is very rewarding and with this Certificate III in Tourism you'll have the skills you need to work in visitor information services, tour guiding and tourism operations.
You could be out in the field helping visitors experience all the top holiday spots or creating or guiding tours that they will remember forever.
North Metropolitan TAFE is the leading provider of travel and tourism studies in WA.
- Plan tourism itineraries and provide tourism visitor information
- Gain tourism destination and attractions knowledge
- Work as a guide and lead tour groups
- Use current industry reservations systems and operational technology
- Use social media for business
I have the following attributes:
- Enjoy interacting with people
- Patient and tactful
- Understanding and acceptance of different cultures
- Able to think logically
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good problem-solving skills
This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on the Skills Ready page for further information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.
If this course is deemed competitive, you will be informed during your application via TAFE Admissions and additional entrance requirements will apply.
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
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| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
You'll be able to access your personal timetable (find out how on our Timetables page), once you have paid your fees. In the meantime the information below provides an indication of the time commitment required to complete this course, depending on available study options.
Attendance in class
This course requires your attendance in class for 3 days per week when studied full time.
Classes are generally timetabled on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, however may be subject to change due to room and lecturer availability.
At-home study
As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete additional study each week outside of scheduled classes, including private study, assignment preparation, and research.
Traineeships
Trainees are not generally required to attend face to face delivery. However, there are two specialised units that do require on campus delivery, and you will be notified on enrolment when this will be timetabled.
Timetable information is indicative only and subject to change.
Study outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research will be required to successfully complete your course.
Bring your own device (BYOD) is encouraged but not essential. If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
As a student you will also have additional costs associated with your study, for example text books and stationery, printing and other materials required for your assignments.
Other job titles may include:
- Booking Agent | Reservations Sales Agent | Sales Consultant | Customer Service Agent
- Coach Tour Company Representative | Operations Consultant for a Tour Operator
- Guide and Salesperson in an Indigenous Cultural Centre
- Inbound Tour Coordinator | Tour operator reservation agent
- Visitor Centre Consultant | Tourism customer service attendant
- Employment at Theme Parks and Tourist Attractions
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Visit one of our four Jobs and Skills Centres located at NMT's Balga, Joondalup, Midland and Perth campuses for free career planning advice and job search support.
Study options and next steps
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Continuous enrolment, 2024
Perth - Traineeship - New Entrant
| Duration | 1 Year | ||||||||
| When | Continuous enrolment, 2024 | ||||||||
| Where | Perth | ||||||||
| How | Traineeship | ||||||||
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Free training
The free training is available to residents of Western Australia, and eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training, as outlined on the Free job ready skill sets page and the Infection control training page. Tuition and resource fees will apply for non-eligible students.
Enquiries regarding course fees can be made by calling us.
*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.
Semester 1, 2024
Perth - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2024 | ||||||||
| Where | Perth | ||||||||
| How | On campus | ||||||||
| Course fee |
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Free training
The free training is available to residents of Western Australia, and eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training, as outlined on the Free job ready skill sets page and the Infection control training page. Tuition and resource fees will apply for non-eligible students.
Enquiries regarding course fees can be made by calling us.
*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.
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