Tourism and Travel
This course isn’t just about learning ‘how-to’, or getting a qualification. It’s about developing the attitude, the personality, and the confidence to get out there and get the job you want in this dynamic industry.
If you love to travel and encourage others to see the world then NorthTec’s Certificate in Tourism and Travel is perfect for you. Tourism in Northland is booming and graduates with the broad-based knowledge gained on this course are in demand. By studying in a tourism-driven environment, you’ll gain transferable interpersonal, presentation and customer service skills to equip you to work in the tourism industry, here or around the world.
When you work in the tourism and travel industry you’re not just selling nuts and bolts, you’re selling dreams. You have to be able to connect with people, to share their dream and stimulate their enthusiasm - and that takes a certain attitude. That’s why this course isn’t just about the nitty-gritty of the travel industry – it’s about taking a personal journey too – learning personal and professional skills that will serve you well in whatever field you ultimately end up in.
If you dream of becoming a tour operator or travel agent, or working for an airline, cruise line or travel agency, the Certificate in Tourism and Travel will get you prepared to reach your goals.