If you have a passion for travel and are keen to turn it into a rewarding career, completing a short Tourism course is the perfect first step to take. You’ll gain fundamental skills that will prepare you for higher-level qualifications.
This travel and tourism course has been designed in conjunction with industry representatives and helps you learn the skills you need to succeed within the industry quickly and conveniently....
The world is full of hidden natural beauty, and most people never get to see it. Some of the most pristine, well-conserved parts are off the beaten trail. Working in ecotourism, you will help others to experience these wonders, while actively protectin...
Are you seeking an exciting opportunity in the ever-growing industry of Adventure Tourism? Adventure tourism is about connecting with a new culture or a new landscape and being physically active at the same time. It is not necessarily about being risky...
Most people probably think of Adventure Tourism as being outdoors in wilderness areas, and that certainly is where a lot of adventure tourism happens; but not all! Adventure tourism can be anywhere. It’s all about travelling to a destination to u...
Ecotourism is an industry that has developed hugely in recent years. It reflects both of the aims of modern conservation: management of resources and protection of the environment. Modern ecotourism strives to be sustainable so that the activities that...
Working in tourism and leisure involves helping others plan and enjoy their travels, and helping with post-travel processes. This may include working in planning and booking travel for others, working on or around flights, in hotel management, providing tourism information about different available destinations, processing post or pre-travel costs and booking attractions for clients while overseas and overseeing trips home. If you love travel and want to turn your passion into a career, pursuing training in tourism may be one of the best ways to achieve your goal.
A short course in tourism and hospitality can be the first step towards a number of rewarding careers in a variety of industries. These careers can include incredible opportunities for personal travel, giving you a chance to both see the world and help others do the same. Whether you’re a people person who longs to organise events on a worldwide stage or a numbers person who loves finding and getting the best deals, there’s a future for you in tourism. Potential careers include:
According to Tourism Research Australia, there was a 7% increase in 2017 in overall tourism spending in Australia. As the world becomes more globalised and travel becomes more common, tourism both within Australia and overseas is expected to increase. This means that students who choose to study tourism are looking at a career in an industry that is predicted to grow significantly.
There are available travel and tourism courses in Melbourne, Sydney and other major metropolitan areas, in rural areas via TAFE schools as well as via distance or online learning. Tourism course subjects may include managing conflict, preparing quotations, and providing advice on both Australian and overseas destinations.
Courses that may be available include:
With so many areas in many businesses being involved in tourism and hospitality, there’s a career for everyone, but there are some key skills that any tourism employee needs to have:
If this sounds like it could be you, browse our list of currently available tourism short courses today.
