Certificate IV in Tourism
| Course Code: | SIT40207 |
| Department: | Hospitality, Tourism & Events |
| Study Area(s): | Tourism |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (1 year) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| VTAC: | Year 12 and mature age applicants can apply for this course at the VTAC website during the VTAC period. |
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or +613 9279 2222
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Course overview
This course is designed for people seeking a career in tourism. Skills in the retail travel sector, meeting and events and tour guiding sectors are covered in the first year of the course.
A hands on activity will be offered to the students who will work in the Virtual enterprise office where students will run a practice office two days a week, working in an online virtual environment.
See Advanced Diploma of Tourism for more information.
Course Modules
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCMN205A | Use Business Technology | 30 |
| SITTIND001A | Develop and Update Tourism Industry Knowledge | 25 |
| SITTTSL001A | Operate An Online Information System | 40 |
| SITTTSL002A | Access and Interpret Product Information | 65 |
| SITTTSL003A | Source and Provide International Destination Information and Advice | 45 |
| SITTTSL004A | Source and Provide Australian Destination Information and Advice | 40 |
| SITTTSL005A | Sell Tourism Products and Services | 35 |
| SITTTSL006A | Prepare Quotations | 30 |
| SITTTSL008A | Book and Coordinate Supplier Services | 20 |
| SITTTSL009A | Process Travel-Related Documentation | 25 |
| SITTTSL010A | Control Reservations or Operations Using a Computerised System | 120 |
| SITTTSL013A | Construct Normal International Airfares | 40 |
| SITTTSL014A | Construct Promotional International Airfares | 40 |
| SITXADM001A | Perform Office Procedures | 20 |
| SITXCCS001B | Provide Visitor Information | 35 |
| SITXCOM001A | Work With Colleagues and Customers | 25 |
| SITXCOM002A | Work in a Socially Diverse Environment | 20 |
| SITXCOM003A | Deal With Conflict Situations | 20 |
| SITXCOM004A | Communicate On The Telephone | 5 |
| SITXCOM005A | Make Presentations | 30 |
| SITXFIN003A | Interpret Financial Information | 60 |
| SITXHRM001A | Coach Others in Job Skills | 20 |
| SITXHRM005A | Lead and Manage People | 60 |
| SITXMGT001A | Monitor Work Operations | 20 |
| SITXMPR001A | Coordinate Production of Brochures and Marketing Materials | 60 |
| SITXMPR004A | Coordinate Marketing Activities | 30 |
| SITXOHS001B | Follow Health, Safety and Security Procedures | 12 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or 9279 2222 or enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead to employment in a travel agency, an airline, a tour wholesaler, a tour guide or in the meetings and events industry.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in airline fares and ticketing, Galileo (the airline reservations systems), summit meetings and events system and tour guiding as well as a range of industry knowledge.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Tourism. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
This course will lead to higher level studies at advanced diploma level.
Refer to Events Pathways on the website.
Can I apply?
There are no set prerequisites for this course. However it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course.
How do I apply?
To apply for this course you must fill in a direct application form which can be obtained from the institute by calling the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222 or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. This course may also have a mid-year intake. Interviews are conducted regularly, please contact the department on Tel: 92792285 for rolling enrolments
OR
To apply for a full-time position for this course, you must apply through VTAC (Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre). Details of the VTAC application process are available from the VTAC website at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide which is available from leading newsagents and libraries in August each year. Direct application will be considered once the VTAC places have been offered and there are vacancies in the course. Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or 9279 2222 for further information or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au
How will I be selected for this course?
All applicants will need to attend an information session and complete a pre-selection application form
http://www.kangan.edu.au/departments/hospitality-travel-tourism/
How long is the course?
The course spans one year full-time.
Classes are generally set between the hours of 8.30am -5.30pm and will run for 4 days per week.
Cert 4 = 1 year (full time)
Adv. Dip = 2yrs (full time)
Classes for 2012 commence on 8th February with an Orientation Day for all new students, at 10am in D-118 Richards Restaurant. You do not have to bring anything with you. Time tables and all the necessary info will be provided to you on this day.
Where and how can I study?
You will study at the Broadmeadows campus.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
All applicants will need to submit a pre-selection form obtainable from the department by calling up (03) 9279 2285 or on our website at http://www.kangan.edu.au/departments/hospitality-travel-tourism/
What will I study?
See the full list of units under the modules tab on the Advanced Diploma tab as the Cert IV is the first year of that course.
