Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism
- National Course Code: SIT40116
- TAFE NSW code: SIT40116-01V01-22OTE-040
Location – TAFE Digital
Attendance
Self paced
Course Start Date
Anytime
Study Commitment
8 Hours per week
Duration
1.5 years
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Traineeship Allowed
- This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
Course Details
Embark on a global career with our nationally accredited Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism. Learn from seasoned travel professionals about how to create life-changing experiences for your clients in this exciting industry.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Build customer relationships
- Operate tours
- Construct airfares
- Interpret product information
- Market travel and tourism destinations
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:
- Communication skills to connect with clients
- Customer service, collaboration and consultation skills
- Patience and attention to detail
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course provides you with:
- National recognition as a qualified travel consultant
- Strong foundation for an exciting pathway to higher level qualifications
Career opportunities:
- Tourism marketing co-ordinator
- Call centre team leader
- Tourism marketing and product co-ordinator
- Senior retail consultant (tourism)
- Reservations sales
GROW YOUR CAREER
Continue your education adventure with further study:
- Diploma of Travel and Tourism
- Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
This course is superseded.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 IV in Travel and Tourism as a traineeship. To be eligible to enrol in the course as a trainee you must:
- Be employed in the travel and 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:
- Completed the Certificate III in Travel or relevant industry experience
- A sense of curiosity and adventure
- The ability to collaborate effectively
- Passion to deliver great customer service
If you need support in preparation for study, contact us about your options
Discover the skills you need, for the job you want at a TAFE NSW Information Session.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a self-paced, online course. You must attend approximately 8 hours of class. You may also be required to complete approximately 9 hours of additional study. This additional study could include private study, work placements and research.
The course will run for 18 months.
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
An individual training plan will be provided when you enrol in this course. Your plan will outline the recommended study timetable and detail your units and assessments.
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?
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
Applying 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. As you progress through the application and 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 |
| SITXCCS007 | Enhance customer service experiences |
| SITXCOM002 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITXCOM005 | Manage conflict |
| SITXFIN002 | Interpret financial information |
| SITXHRM001 | Coach others in job skills |
| SITXWHS003 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents |
| SITXEBS001 | Use social media in a business |
| SITTTSL002 | Access and interpret product information |
| SITTTSL003 | Provide advice on international destinations |
| SITTTSL004 | Provide advice on Australian destinations |
| SITTTSL005 | Sell tourism products and services |
| SITTTSL006 | Prepare quotations |
| SITTTSL008 | Book supplier products and services |
| SITTTSL009 | Process travel-related documentation |
| SITTTSL010 | Use a computerised reservations or operations system |
| SITTTSL012 | Construct normal international airfares |
| SITTTSL013 | Construct promotional international airfares |
| SITTTSL016 | Provide specialist advice on cruises |
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.
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Phone 131 601
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