Course details

NZ Certificate in Tourism (Level 3)
Domestic tuition $4,120 per year
NZQF Level 3

About the course

Get on board a fast growing global business

Melissa and Thomas have grabbed the first opportunity to start a career in tourism.

You will use your adventurous spirit and passion for customer service to guide people on their way to exploring and experiencing all New Zealand and the world has to offer. Our campus Travel Centre is set up to simulate a real-life travel agency and is used for role-plays between tourism provider and tourist.

Outline

The NZ Certificate in Tourism (Level 3) programme is offered with strands in both visitor experience and tourism and travel.

At the completion of the qualification, you will be ready for front line entry level positions in industry, under limited supervision, or further, higher level tourism study.

In particular, the programme is designed to develop skills to be able to:

  • Apply knowledge of customer service and selling skills
  • Apply tourism workplace practices
  • Demonstrate knowledge of regional New Zealand
  • Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the tourism and travel industry
  • Apply knowledge and attributes required for a Barista role

You’re welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff and arrange a visit to view our facilities.

Your future career and study opportunities

Your possible employment opportunities include:

  • Attraction assistants
  • Front office positions
  • Ticket sales
  • Reservations consultant
  • Visitor host
  • Booking assistant
  • Rental vehicle operations
  • Front desk administration

Your study pathway could progress onto:

  • NZ Certificate in Tourism (Level 4)
  • NZ Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 5)

Academic learning services

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT | Te Pūkenga. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

Find out more:

Hawke’s Bay Campus
Tairāwhiti Campus

About the provider

The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.

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