Tourism Officer Courses in Townsville
There are 6 courses available within the Townsville area for people who want to become a tourism officer.
SITSS00078
Online, On Campus
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Possible job outcomes:
Retail Assistant
Cafe Attendant
Bar Attendant
Hotel Receptionist
Waiter
Tourism Officer
Develop skills that will enable you to provide quality customer service when working in any sector of the tourism, travel and hospitality industry. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 2 days.
SIT40122
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Tour Coordinator
Tour Guide
Tour Advisor
Tourism Officer
Reservations Agent
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..
Average duration: 12 months.
SIT20122
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Museum Attendant
Reservations Agent
Tourism Officer
Tour Advisor
Function Coordinator
Conference Coordinator
Event Coordinator
Events Assistant
Tour Coordinator
Exhibition Coordinator
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..
Average duration: 12 months.
SIT10122
Online, On Campus
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Possible job outcomes:
Reservations Agent
Tourism Officer
Tour Advisor
Tour Coordinator
Exhibition Coordinator
Museum Attendant
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 culture, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, tourism job outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
SIT30122
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Tourism Officer
Reservations Agent
Tour Advisor
Tour Coordinator
The SIT30122 Certificate III in Tourism (Holiday Parks and Resorts) equips individuals with well-developed tourism service, sales, and operational skills. Graduates can work as inbound tour coordinators, visitor information officers, or holiday park employees. They will use discretion and judgement to coordinate tourism services with some independence and under limited supervision. This qualification offers pathways to various tourism sectors, including tour operators, visitor centres, attractions, and small tourism businesses, allowing for multi-skilling or specialisation in planning and coordinating tourism services.
Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
SIT30122
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Exhibition Coordinator
Tour Coordinator
Events Assistant
Event Coordinator
Conference Coordinator
Function Coordinator
Tour Advisor
Tourism Officer
Reservations Agent
Museum Attendant
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..
Average duration: 12 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I become a tourism officer?
To become a tourism officer in Townsville, you may want to consider completing the Certificate II in Tourism. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.
Are there training providers in Townsville?
You can train to become a tourism officer by completing a qualification with North Regional TAFE (established in 1996). 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.
What study modes are available?
There is one campus within the Townsville area that provides tourism officer training. This campus is 9999km away from the center of Townsville. You can also study a tourism officer course through online or distance learning. Find a course provider that best suits your needs.
Job Pathways
Here are some potential career pathways within tourism and travel agent. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.