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There are 7 courses available in Wollongong for people who want to study tour guides.
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Do you work in the tourism and travel industry and want to step-up to team leader or unit manager? Try the SIT50122 Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management. This nationally recognise diploma is focused on leadership skills and you can choose electives that support a career in sales, tour groups, travel consulting, holiday parks and resorts. The course covers: developing advanced knowledge of the tourism and travel industry, managing customer service, interpersonal skills and conflict management, team leadership, financial management, business relationships and networking. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, specialist elective choices (and their availability), and upcoming enrolment opportunities in your area. Learn more.
If you love travelling the planet why not become a travel consultant with the SIT30222 Certificate III in Travel? This nationally recognised training course opens the door to jobs with call centres, cruise lines, airlines, corporate travel companies, and travel agencies. Skills include: using computer reservation systems, providing advice on Australian and international destinations, arranging international flights and travel, making bookings, preparing quotes, engaging with customers, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, travel career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you. Learn more.
Begin a career in your favourite outdoor activity with the Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership (SIS30619). This nationally recognised qualification will give you the confidence to co-ordinate a group activity as well as interpret the weather and environmental conditions, operate communications equipment, maintain equipment, manage group safety, and respond to an emergency. Choose career electives in abseiling, bushwalking, climbing, cycle touring, horse riding, 4WD, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, sailing, snorkeling, surfing, windsurfing, paddle boarding, or caving. Enquire now to find out the scope of different electives and the opportunities for enrollment. Learn more.
The SIS20419 - Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation is a Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) qualification. Please make an enquiry to find out more about the course such as government funding options, study modes and duration. Learn more.
Would you like a senior role at a travel agency or call centre — or even leading tour groups at different tourist attractions around Australia? With the SIT40122 Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism you can specialise in either travel sales and bookings or tourism delivery, and you’ll also gain skills in leadership, customer service, and cultural awareness. Competencies include: building professional knowledge of the travel and tourism industry, providing outstanding customer experiences, managing conflict, monitoring and interpreting sales data, communicating with clients and customers. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, specialist electives (and their availability), and upcoming opportunities for enrolment in your area. Learn more.
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 reception, museum attendant, and more. Enquire now for the full list of speciality electives (and their availability) and enrolment openings near you. Learn more.
If you love people, the SIT30122 Certificate III in Tourism opens up a wide range of jobs at theme parks, museums, wineries, cultural heritage sites, visitor information centres, tourist offices, and tourist attractions. With this nationally recognised qualification you’ll gain foundational knowledge of the tourist industry in Australia as well as skills in customer service and communication. Choose specialist electives to support job roles in tourism operations, tourism delivery, marine tourism, holiday parks and resorts, client and customer service, IT and administration. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, specialist electives (and their availability) and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
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Yes, there are course providers who offer qualifications in tour guides in Wollongong. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
There are several campuses within the Wollongong area that provide training in tour guides. The closest campus is 70km away from the center of Wollongong. You can also study a tour guides course through online, distance or workplace learning. Find a course provider that best suits your needs.
Potential job roles within tour guides include hiking guide, outdoor adventure guide, tour advisor or tour coordinator (to name a few). Browse through the job pathways table to find a role that suits your needs.
Here are some potential career pathways within tour guides. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Tour Guides
Hiking Guide
$960 weekly pay
Outdoor Adventure Guide
Tour Advisor
Tour Coordinator
Tour Guide
$1,150 weekly pay