Certificate III in Tourism
- National Course Code: SIT30116
- TAFE NSW code: SIT30116-01V02-22OTE-073
Location – TAFE Digital (Traineeship)
Attendance
Self paced
Course Start Date
Anytime
Study Commitment
10 Hours per week
Duration
1 year
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Traineeship Allowed
- This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
Course Details
The nationally accredited Certificate III in Tourism is your launchpad to an exciting career in a dynamic and diverse sector. Provide great customer service to help others have the adventure of their dreams as a booking agent, tour coordinator or reservation agent, among other jobs.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical course work, learn to:
- Work effectively in the tourism industry
- Provide great customer service
- Research and interpret information to support sales
- Apply practical skills to succeed in contemporary tourism settings
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
- Good communication skills
- A friendly approach and enjoyment of helping others
- Efficient problem-solving ability
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course provides you with:
- A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
- A strong foundation to start your career in the tourism industry
Career opportunities:
- Adventure tourism guide
- Booking agent
- Customer service agent
- Inbound tour coordinator
- Museum attendant
- Reservation sales agent
- Visitor information officer
GROW YOUR CAREER
Take your career further with the:
- Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism
- Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
- Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
driver of the Australian economy. Tourism is a $100 billion industry (total revenue for the last financial year) and accounts for 10% of Australias exports. There is an estimated shortage of 38,000 workers in this sector.
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no entry requirements for this course. You can enrol today.
Traineeship
TAFE NSW also offers the Certificate III in Tourism as a traineeship. To be eligible to enrol in the course as a trainee you must:
- Be employed in the tourism industry as this course is delivered in the workplace
- Have a signed traineeship contract
Thinking about a traineeship? Enquire today.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
- Passion to work in the tourism industry
- The ability to communicate and work well with others
- Desire to work with people and help others
- An idea about the sector of tourism you would like to work in, for example, visitor services, theme parks and attractions, or concierge services
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To successfully complete this course you will need:
- To demonstrate skills in some assessments. This may involve participating in roleplays which may be video recorded and the video submitted for marking.
- Adult colleagues, friends or family members who are available and willing to participate in assessment role plays that are recorded and submitted for marking.
- Recording equipment such as a camera or smart phone
Discover the skills you need, for the job you want at a TAFE NSW Information Session.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a self paced, on campus course. You must attend approximately 10 hours of class. You may also be required to complete approximately 5 hours of additional study. This additional study could include private study, work placements and research.
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
Australian Traineeships training can be on-the-job, off-the-job or a combination of both. TAFE NSW will negotiate your attendance and study pattern with you and your employer.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process. Payment plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
For further information on fees and charges please see https://www.tafensw.edu.au/get-started-at-tafe-nsw/fees-information
Please ensure you also read and understand the associated fee policies and conditions related to withdrawal from a course, applying for a refund of fees, applying for a deferral to your studies and if you are behind in payment of instalments.
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Enrolling with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. Enrol and pay online via our secure payment gateway to secure your place. As you progress through the enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
If you are interested in studying as a Trainee please call 131 601 for full details. (only if available as a trainee)
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| SITTIND001 | Source and use information on the tourism and travel industry |
| SITXCCS006 | Provide service to customers |
| SITXCOM002 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITXWHS001 | Participate in safe work practices |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| SITTGDE007 | Research and share general information on Australian Indigenous cultures |
| BSBSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| BSBWOR203 | Work effectively with others |
| SITXCOM004 | Address protocol requirements |
| SITTTSL002 | Access and interpret product information |
| SITTTSL009 | Process travel-related documentation |
| SITTTSL004 | Provide advice on Australian destinations |
| SITTTSL005 | Sell tourism products and services |
| SITTTSL007 | Process reservations |
| SITTTSL008 | Book supplier products and services |
| SITXCCS002 | Provide visitor information |
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
Course Location
TAFE Digital (Traineeship)
Phone 131 601
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