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Tour Guide Courses in Gladstone

A Tour Guide leads groups to attractions, providing insights and answering questions while ensuring excellent customer service and time management.

    • AI Exposure: Low

      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Tour Guide in Gladstone?

Get qualified to work as a Tour Guide with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Tour Guide generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 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.

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The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 4,700 people employed as a Tour Guide in Australia compared to 3,800 five years ago. Tour Guides may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re interested in a career as a Tour Guide, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism. You’ll cover topics including customer service, communication, conflict resolution and cultural awareness. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Guiding or a Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management.

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Tour Guide careers

If you're considering a career as a Tour Guide in Gladstone, you're in luck! The region offers a diverse range of Tour Guide courses in Gladstone tailored to suit learners at various experience levels. With 12 courses available, including popular options such as the Certificate III in Travel and the Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism, you’ll have no trouble finding the right path to kickstart your journey in the tourism industry.

For those just starting out, beginner-friendly courses such as Paddle a Sea Kayak in Exposed Coastal Waters and Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site are excellent options to build your foundational skills. Meanwhile, more experienced learners can enhance their expertise with advanced courses like the Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management. This variety ensures that no matter your level, there’s something for everyone in Gladstone.

Once you've completed your training, a variety of exciting job roles await you, including Tour Coordinator, Hiking Guide, and Tourism Operator. By engaging in tourism, travel, and hospitality courses, you’ll not only gain essential skills but also become part of a thriving local industry in Gladstone. Whether you’re leading adventurous hikes or coordinating amazing experiences for tourists, your journey in the vibrant world of tourism and travel begins with the right education. Explore your options today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the sunshine of Gladstone!