Museum Attendant Courses
A Museum Attendant assists visitors, conducts tours, provides exhibit info, answers questions, and helps with setting up or maintaining displays.
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Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Museum Attendant
Get qualified to work as a Museum Attendant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SIT20122
Duration
6 months - 24 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get a job in the tourism industry with the SIT20122 Certificate II in Tourism. This nationally recognised qualification opens the door to a range of employment opportunities in events and functions, museums, tourist offices, theme parks, resorts and holiday parks. The course covers: workplace safety and communication, interacting with customers, providing tourist and travel information to customers, and retail skills. Choose electives that support specific job outcomes: ride operator, retail sales, event ...
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Duration
6 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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SIT10122
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
Get a job at cultural heritage sites with the SIT10122 Certificate I in Tourism (Australian Indigenous Culture). This entry-level qualification will develop your knowledge of Australian indigenous culture and will give you the skills to sell gifts and souvenirs to customers, carry out basic cleaning of the premises (and equipment), and use basic digital technologies . The course also covers: worksite communication, on-the-job safety, assisting customers, presenting basic information about indigenous cult...
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Blended, On Campus
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CUA20315
Want to explore your Aboriginal culture and work in the visual arts industry? Try the CUA20315 Certificate II in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Visual Arts Industry Work. This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for work with an Aboriginal community or organisation, following cultural protocols. You’ll gain administration and IT skills and complete electives that support your arts practice — choose from ceramics, digital imaging, drawing, painting, textiles, printmaking, woodwork, scul...
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SIT20125
Study mode
On Campus, Online
This nationally recognised qualification opens the door to a range of employment opportunities in events and functions, museums, tourist offices, theme parks, resorts and holiday parks. The course covers: workplace safety and communication, interacting with customers, providing tourist and travel information to customers, and retail skills. Choose electives that support specific job outcomes: ride operator, retail sales, event reception, museum attendant, and more. Enquire now for the full list of electiv...
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Common questions
How much does a Museum Attendant earn?
In Australia, a full time Museum Attendant generally earns $1,160 per week ($60,320 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Museum Attendant?
This industry has seen a drop in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 1,200 people working in this area in Australia and many of them specialise as a Museum Attendant. Museum Attendants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Museum Attendant?
A Certificate II in Tourism is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Museum Attendant. You’ll cover a range of topics such as customer service, communication, cultural sensitivity and avoiding cross-cultural misunderstandings. A Certificate I in Tourism (Australian Indigenous Culture), Certificate III in Guiding or Certificate III in Tourism may also be appropriate.
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A Museum Attendant provides assistance to visitors at a museum or cultural centre. You might take groups on tours of the facility and provide information on special exhibits. Museum Attendants answer questions from visitors and provide them with any help they might need. You might assist with the setting up, moving or maintenance of museum displays.
Museum Attendants should have strong communication skills and be able to speak with visitors from a range of backgrounds. Customer service skills are crucial and you’ll need to be able to work as part of a team. Museum Attendants should be able to prioritise their tasks and manage their time well.
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