Travel Agent

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Travel Consultant

A Travel Consultant advises clients on holiday planning, organising transport and accommodation, making bookings, and arranging tours and attractions.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Beginner

Travel Agent

A Travel Agent arranges travel plans for clients, providing information, making bookings, and ensuring all requirements are met while offering excellent customer service.

Avg yearly income $67,600
Skill level Beginner

Reservations Agent

A Reservations Agent arranges travel bookings, including transport and accommodations, while providing excellent customer service and managing itineraries.

Avg yearly income $59,020
Skill level Beginner

Airline Customer Service Agent

Airline Customer Service Agents book flights, issue tickets, and provide travel info. Strong admin, multitasking, and customer service skills are essential.

Avg yearly income $59,800
Skill level Beginner

Tourism Consultant

Tourism Consultants arrange travel bookings, advise clients on destinations, and manage corporate travel for events and conferences.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Beginner

Senior Travel Consultant

A Senior Travel Consultant provides personalised travel advice, creates tailored itineraries, books arrangements, and mentors junior staff.

Avg yearly income $67,600
Skill level Advanced

Ticketing Coordinator

Ticketing Coordinators manage ticket sales and distribution, coordinating systems, handling customer enquiries, and ensuring seamless event operations.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Tour Advisor

A Tour Advisor plans itineraries for visitors, coordinating transport, accommodation, and attractions while providing excellent customer service.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Tourism Officer

A Tourism Officer assists visitors by planning itineraries, making bookings, coordinating tours, and providing information at attractions.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Reservations Manager

A Reservations Manager oversees the reservations department, managing bookings and ensuring excellent customer service while coordinating team tasks.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in travel agent

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Administration)
On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $5,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Entry Operator Accounts Clerk Business Administrator
Administrative Assistant Local Government Administration Officer Ticketing Coordinator Receptionist Executive Assistant Customer Service Officer Administration Officer
+ 7 more
SIT30122

Certificate III in Tourism
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Tour Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator
Event Coordinator Tour Advisor Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Tour Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator Event Coordinator Tour Advisor Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent + 5 more
SIT50322

Diploma of Event Management
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $14,620
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Event Manager Fundraising Coordinator Sponsorship Manager
Festival Producer Ticketing Coordinator Catering Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Event Manager Fundraising Coordinator Sponsorship Manager Festival Producer Ticketing Coordinator Catering Manager + 3 more

Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $43,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Operations Manager Travel Agent Tourism Consultant
Travel Specialist Tourism Operator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Operations Manager Travel Agent Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator + 2 more
SIT20122

Certificate II in Tourism
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $1,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Tour Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator
Event Coordinator Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Tour Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator Event Coordinator Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent + 4 more
SIT30222

Certificate III in Travel
Blended, Traineeship
6 - 12 months
$0 - $9,302
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Coordinator Reservations Agent Airline Customer Service Agent
Travel Consultant Travel Agent Tour Guide Senior Travel Consultant Tourism Consultant
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Coordinator Reservations Agent Airline Customer Service Agent Travel Consultant Travel Agent Tour Guide Senior Travel Consultant Tourism Consultant + 5 more
SIT30522

Certificate III in Events
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $7,170
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Event Coordinator Conference Coordinator
Function Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator Ticketing Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Event Coordinator Conference Coordinator Function Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator Ticketing Coordinator + 3 more
SIT60122

Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
Blended, On Campus
24 - 36 months
$0 - $24,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Operations Manager Reservations Manager Travel Agent
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Operations Manager Reservations Manager Travel Agent
SIT50122

Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $14,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Guide Tour Driver Reservations Manager
Travel Agent Cabin Crew Supervisor Senior Travel Consultant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Guide Tour Driver Reservations Manager Travel Agent Cabin Crew Supervisor Senior Travel Consultant + 3 more
SIT40122

Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism
Blended, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $10,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Advisor Tour Coordinator Tour Guide
Tourism Officer Reservations Agent Travel Agent Travel Consultant Tour Driver Tourism Manager
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Advisor Tour Coordinator Tour Guide Tourism Officer Reservations Agent Travel Agent Travel Consultant Tour Driver Tourism Manager + 6 more
AVI30319

Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service)
Blended, On Campus
6 - 7 months
$2,071 - $8,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Airport Ground Crew Airline Customer Service Agent Ground Operations Supervisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Airport Ground Crew Airline Customer Service Agent Ground Operations Supervisor
SIT30322

Certificate III in Guiding
Blended, Traineeship
6 - 12 months
$0 - $1,846
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Coordinator Tour Advisor Exhibition Coordinator
Museum Attendant Tourism Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Coordinator Tour Advisor Exhibition Coordinator Museum Attendant Tourism Officer + 2 more
SIT10122

Certificate I in Tourism (Australian Indigenous Culture)
Blended
6 months
$129
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Advisor Exhibition Coordinator Museum Attendant
Tourism Officer Reservations Agent
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Advisor Exhibition Coordinator Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent + 2 more
SITSS00078

Customer Service Skill Set
On Campus, Online
2 weeks
$0 - $355
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bar Attendant Cafe Attendant Waiter
Retail Assistant Tourism Officer Hotel Receptionist Concierge Customer Service Representative
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bar Attendant Cafe Attendant Waiter Retail Assistant Tourism Officer Hotel Receptionist Concierge Customer Service Representative + 5 more

Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Event Management)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Coordinator Event Coordinator Event Manager
Hospitality Manager Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Coordinator Event Coordinator Event Manager Hospitality Manager Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator + 4 more

Master of International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Blended, On Campus
24 months
$61,272 - $63,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tourism Consultant Hospitality Manager Hotel Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tourism Consultant Hospitality Manager Hotel Manager

Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $40,262
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hospitality Manager Event Manager Tourism Manager
Senior Travel Consultant
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hospitality Manager Event Manager Tourism Manager Senior Travel Consultant + 1 more
SIT30122

Certificate III in Tourism (Holiday Parks and Resorts)
Blended, Traineeship
12 months
$3,800 - $7,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Reservations Agent Tour Advisor Tour Coordinator
Tourism Officer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Reservations Agent Tour Advisor Tour Coordinator Tourism Officer + 1 more

Bachelor of Business (Leadership and Management)
On Campus
3 years
$45,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
New Home Sales Consultant Scrum Master Student Recruitment Officer
Chief Economist Senior Travel Consultant Strategic Planner Leadership Coach Venture Capitalist Business Relationship Manager
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
New Home Sales Consultant Scrum Master Student Recruitment Officer Chief Economist Senior Travel Consultant Strategic Planner Leadership Coach Venture Capitalist Business Relationship Manager + 6 more

Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
On Campus
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Night Auditor Executive Housekeeper Flight Attendant
Food Production Manager Rooms Division Manager Gallery Manager Senior Travel Consultant Tourism Manager Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator Food Service Supervisor
+ 9 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Night Auditor Executive Housekeeper Flight Attendant Food Production Manager Rooms Division Manager Gallery Manager Senior Travel Consultant Tourism Manager Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator Food Service Supervisor + 9 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Related study areas

Accommodation

Specialise in hotel management and guest relations, and play a key role in creating memorable experiences for travellers.

Career opportunities Hotel Manager Motel Manager Hotel Porter Housekeeper Hotel Receptionist Concierge Front Office Supervisor Maintenance Manager Housekeeping Manager View all

Food Services

Learn how to enhance customer experiences in the food industry, specialising in skills like leadership, supervision, and sales strategies.

Career opportunities Fast Food Assistant Cafe or Restaurant Manager Food Safety Supervisor Barrister Waiter Food and Beverage Manager Kitchen Manager View all

Gaming

Become a gaming attendant or manager with a hospitality gaming course in Australia. Learn essential skills to effectively manage the gaming area of a ...

Career opportunities Gaming Supervisor Gaming Manager Gaming Attendant

Patisserie

Gain skills in crafting exceptional gateaux, tortes, and pastries with top patisserie courses, perfect for everyone from home enthusiasts to future pa...

Career opportunities Cake Decorator Bakery Assistant Assistant Pastry Chef Pastry Chef Patissier View all

Tour Guides

Specialise in cultural, historical, or nature tours, creating memorable experiences and sharing fascinating stories.

Career opportunities Tour Coordinator Tour Guide Tour Advisor Hiking Guide Outdoor Adventure Guide Tourism Operator View all

Tourism

Learn skills for a thriving career in tourism, covering exciting areas like travel coordination, event management, and cultural exploration.

Career opportunities Tour Driver Exhibition Coordinator Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Tour Advisor Exhibition Manager Tourism Consultant Tourism Manager Ticketing Coordinator View all

Further reading

Most popular tourism and hospitality courses

26th July 2022)

Career spotlight: Hospitality professionals

17th September 2019)

Choosing a security licence course in Australia: A step-by-step guide for jobseekers

10th November 2023)

Courses by location