This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a range of well-developed tourism sales, operational and tour delivery skills.
Work would be undertaken in an office environment where the planning of tourism products and services takes place, in the field where tourism products are delivered or a combination of both. The field includes any destination, local or regional area, tourist precinct, site, attraction or onboard form of transportation.
The qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
The qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Job roles
Individuals with this qualification are able to work in multiple tourism industry sectors and enterprise types. This qualification is very flexible and is designed to meet a broad range of tourism industry needs. It recognises the diversity of tourism operations and the increasing industry trend for operators to provide specialised tourism products. The types of enterprise to which this qualification may apply include tour operators of any sort (e.g. coach, camping, cruise boat, four-wheel drive or walking), attractions, cultural and heritage sites and any small tourism business requiring multi-skilled employees.
Possible job titles include:
guide and salesperson in an Indigenous cultural centre
cellar door salesperson and guide in a winery
attendant and guide in a museum
attendant in an attraction or theme park
senior ride operator in an attraction or theme park
operations consultant for a tour operator
reservation sales agent for a tour operator.
Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisites for entry to this qualification.
Subjects
QUALIFICATION RULES
To achieve a Certificate III in Tourism, 15 units must be completed:
all 5 core units
10 elective units:
a minimum of 6 elective units must be selected from the list below
the remaining 4 elective units may be selected from this or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course
a maximum of 1 Languages other than English unit may be counted as an elective within this qualification.
In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification.
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the tourism industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
Communicating with colleagues, other tourism suppliers and agents to plan and deliver the customer's tourism experience; understanding verbal and written information on tourism products to be delivered; determining and interpreting customer requirements; empathising and negotiating acceptable solutions to customer problems and complaints; providing clear and accurate verbal and written information to customers, suppliers and agents in a culturally appropriate manner to ensure a positive tourism experience.
Teamwork
Working as a team member, giving and receiving instructions and understanding own lead role in servicing the needs of the tourism customer; supporting other team members in their role in providing quality tourism service delivery; respecting the cultural diversity of team members and seeking their assistance to service the culturally diverse needs of tourism customers.
Problem solving
Anticipating problems that may arise with tourism product delivery; mitigating problems by operational planning of all tourism product delivery details; identifying and clarifying the extent of problems and requesting assistance from team members, supervisors, suppliers or agents in solving operational or customer service issues; using predetermined policies and procedures to guide solutions to customer or operational problems associated with delivering the tourism product.
Initiative and enterprise
Showing independence and initiative required to take a lead role in delivering tourism products that meet or exceed customer expectations; identifying and discussing a range of tourism product and service concepts to improve existing product and service delivery.
Planning and organising
Collecting, analysing and organising customer, product and supplier or agent information to allow for efficient planning and delivery of tourism products and services; setting timelines and organising own work flow to coordinate the delivery of tourism experiences; using appropriate predetermined policies and procedures to guide the planning and delivery of tourism products.
Self-management
Understanding and complying with the legal responsibilities that apply to own role in servicing the tourism customer; knowing own job role and responsibilities in planning and delivering the tourism product; organising own work time and priorities and seeking feedback and guidance from supervisors on success in effectively planning and delivering tourism activities.
Learning
Knowing the structure of, networks within, and sources of new information on the tourism industry to enable the sourcing of ongoing learning opportunities; proactively seeking and sharing information with colleagues on new tourism activities and information for customers.
Technology
Understanding the operating capability of, selecting and using technologies that assist in planning and delivering tourism products such as computer systems and software, microphones, vehicles, navigation equipment, and recreational and entertainment equipment; correctly using equipment to ensure personal safety in the workplace.
Due to the high proportion of electives required by this qualification, the industry/enterprise requirements described above for each employability skill are representative of the tourism industry in general and may not reflect specific job roles. Learning and assessment strategies for this qualification should be based on the requirements of the units of competency for this qualification.