Certificate in Tourism (Level 4)
Hospo, Food & Tourism
A course by
New Zealand School of Tourism
Gain a deep understanding of New Zealand's tourism industry, special interest tourism, hotel and hospitality operations and more. Taught by industry experts, this 16-week Level 4 certificate prepares you for a wide range of roles in tourism and hospitality.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 5 locations
It will take a total of 16 weeks


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Comprehend NZ’s tourism industry
Acquire an in-depth understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand’s diverse tourism sectors, major destinations, and industry structure.

Apply hospitality and hotel operation skills
Gain practical skills and knowledge in hotel and hospitality operations relevant to a broad range of tourism roles.

Understand and promote special interest tourism
Learn how to develop and promote unique travel experiences for specific interest groups within tourism.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Tourism (Level 4) is designed to give students a comprehensive overview of the NZ tourism industry, explore special interest tourism, understand promotion of tourism destinations, and develop skills in hotel and hospitality operations. The course also covers tourism operations, guiding, travel agency processes, and employment opportunities within tourism. Small classes, inspiring tutors, and local study tours provide practical, real-world learning.
Course Content
- NZ tourism destinations and special interest tourism
- Promotion of tourism destinations
- Hotel and hospitality operations
- Tourism operations and guiding
- Travel agency operations
- Employment in tourism
- Local multi-day domestic study tours
What you need to know first
Domestic: At least 17 years of age (or turning 17 during course), and minimum NCEA Level 2 or a Level 3 qualification in Tourism & Travel.
Special admission: Age 20+ with no formal qualifications but relevant prior learning/work experience.
International: At least 18 years of age, secondary education equivalent to NCEA Level 1, and IELTS (General or Academic) score of 5.0 with no band lower than 5.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Tourism
Hospitality
Travel

Future employment opportunities might be
Inbound tourism advisor
Attraction guide
i-SITE consultant
Hotel Front Office administrator
Visitor Centre advisor


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