Teacher in Charge: Ms Maisiri
Tourism is a two year, unit standards course based on the New Zealand Certificate in Tourism (Introductory Skills) which is an internally assessed two year programme. The course is designed as a professional pathway into the Tourism industry and is widely recognised by tourism operators and tertiary providers. It is intended to prepare students for employment with training in relevant skills and content, based around the national and international tourism industry. A total of 54 credits over two years is needed in order to gain the
Certificate. Tourism also provides opportunities for students to participate in short, industry-based courses as well as class field trips to tourism providers and travel colleges.
Minimum of 80 credits at Level 1 including Achievement Standard literacy credits (10)
Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
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U.S. 18237 v3 Perform calculations for a tourism workplace | 2 |
I |
3 |
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U.S. 23761 v2 Read and comprehend work-related documents in English for a tourism workplace | 2 |
I |
3 |
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U.S. 23767 v2 Demonstrate knowledge of and use the Internet in a tourism workplace | 2 |
I |
2 |
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U.S. 24728 v2 Demonstrate knowledge of work roles in tourism | 2 |
I |
3 |
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U.S. 24729 v3 Demonstrate knowledge of world tourist destinations | 2 |
I |
4 |
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U.S. 24730 v2 Demonstrate knowledge of the business of tourism | 2 |
I |
4 |
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U.S. 24731 v4 Demonstrate knowledge of destination New Zealand | 2 |
I |
4 |
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U.S. 24732 v2 Demonstrate knowledge of tourist characteristics and needs | 2 |
I |
3 |
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Total Credits |
Total Credits Available: 26 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 26 credits.
Holiday Park Manager, Deckhand, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Industrial Designer, Hotel Porter, Maitre d’Hotel, Workplace Relations Adviser, Marine Engineer, Helicopter Pilot, Ship's Master, Tour Guide, Retail Manager, Hotel/Motel Manager, Flight Attendant, Project Manager, Travel Agent/Adviser
Any information, costs or standards may change.